- India,
- 26-Jan-2025 07:40 PM IST
Mahakumbh 2025: Sangam city Prayagraj is immersed in the holy festival of Mahakumbh these days. This city is buzzing with devotees from far and wide. Lakhs of pilgrims are arriving daily to take a dip at the confluence of Ganga, Yamuna and invisible Saraswati. In Hinduism, Mahakumbh is considered an opportunity to purify the soul and erase the sins of life. By taking a bath in this religious festival organized every 12 years, a person gets virtuous fruits, it is mentioned in the scriptures.Unique confluence of faith and patriotismThis time in Mahakumbh, a unique view of patriotism was also seen along with the wonderful colors of sadhus and saints. On the occasion of Republic Day on 26 January, the saint community saluted the tricolor in their unique style. Famous saint Mouni Baba along with other sadhus took out a grand tricolor yatra on the Triveni coast. Under his leadership, the Kumbh Mela resonated with the slogans of Bharat Mata Ki Jai.While there is a devotional atmosphere on the banks of Sangam every day, patriotic songs and flag hoisting on Republic Day made this holy place even more special. This event became a symbol of devotion and patriotism, which makes this edition of Mahakumbh special.Who is Mouni Baba?Mouni Baba, who was most talked about in Mahakumbh, is known as Rudraksh Wale Baba. Due to his unique attire and sadhana, he is also quite popular on social media. Mouni Baba is wearing more than 11,000 Rudraksh garlands. The special thing is that he has not bought these Rudraksh, but he has received these garlands as a gift from saints and great men.The most special among his garlands is the sixteen-faced Rudraksh and the moon-shaped crown, which was gifted to him by the King of Nepal. Mouni Baba worships these Rudraksh regularly and irrigates them with mantras. His life is a unique example of simplicity and penance.A life of sacrifice and penance for 44 yearsMauni Baba has given up food, salt and sweets for the last 44 years. He only consumes some fruits and other natural food in the evening. He also drinks water only once. His penance and discipline have given him special recognition in the Maha Kumbh.Mahakumbh 2025: Center of faith and spiritualityThis event of Maha Kumbh not only has religious significance, but it is also a symbol of spirituality and culture. The camps of saints, religious discussions and spiritual programs fill the devotees with new energy. This time Maha Kumbh has become an example of the confluence of faith and patriotism.Message of Maha KumbhMahakumbh is not just a festival of bathing, but it is an occasion where faith, spirituality and humanity meet. The life of saints like Mauni Baba gives the message of penance and sacrifice. At the same time, initiatives like Tiranga Yatra show how deep the connection between religion and patriotism is.This Maha Kumbh proved that Prayagraj is not just a pilgrimage site but it is the centre of cultural and spiritual heritage of India.