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PM Modi to visit Maha Kumbh, take dip at Sangam today

"Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will visit Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj on 5th February. At around 11 AM, he will take a holy dip at the Sangam and offer prayers to Maa Ganga," the PMO said.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses a public meeting ahead of the Delhi Assembly elections, at RK Puram in New Delhi, Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025. (PTI Photo)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the Maha Kumbh to take a holy dip at the Sangam of Ganga, Yamuna and the mythical Saraswati rivers in Prayagraj, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) said on Tuesday.

“Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will visit Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj on 5th February. At around 11 AM, he will take a holy dip at the Sangam and offer prayers to Maa Ganga,” the PMO said.

The PM’s visit comes on Wednesday, when polling will be underway for the Delhi Assembly elections.

“Mahakumbh 2025, which commenced on Paush Purnima (January 13, 2025), is the world’s largest spiritual and cultural gathering, attracting devotees from across the globe. The Mahakumbh will continue until Mahashivratri on 26th February,” the official statement said.

“In line with his commitment to promote and preserve India’s spiritual and cultural heritage, Prime Minister has consistently taken proactive steps to enhance infrastructure and facilities at pilgrimage sites. Earlier, during his visit to Prayagraj on 13th December, 2024, Prime Minister inaugurated 167 development projects worth Rs 5,500 crore, improving connectivity, amenities and services for the general public,” it added.

Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar had also visited the Maha Kumbh mela on Saturday (Feb 1), and taken holy dip at the Sangam.

Harikishan Sharma

Harikishan Sharma, Senior Assistant Editor at The Indian Express' National Bureau, specializes in reporting on governance, policy, and data. He covers the Prime Minister’s Office and pivotal central ministries, such as the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Ministry of Cooperation, Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Ministry of Rural Development, and Ministry of Jal Shakti. His work primarily revolves around reporting and policy analysis. In addition to this, he authors a weekly column titled "STATE-ISTICALLY SPEAKING," which is prominently featured on The Indian Express website. In this column, he immerses readers in narratives deeply rooted in socio-economic, political, and electoral data, providing insightful perspectives on these critical aspects of governance and society. ... Read More

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