The grand 45-day-long spiritual gathering, Mahakumbh 2025, officially concluded on the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivratri, yet waves of devotees are still arriving at Prayagraj’s sacred Triveni Sangam to take a holy dip.
On Wednesday, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath took to X to reflect on the scale and spirit of the event. “The ‘Maha Yagya’ of humanity, the grand festival of faith, unity, and equality — Mahakumbh 2025, Prayagraj — organized under the guidance of respected Prime Minister Narendra Modi, moves towards its culmination today with the holy bath of Maha Shivratri,” he wrote.
Highlighting the unprecedented turnout, the Chief Minister revealed that over 66 crore 21 lakh devotees participated in the sacred ritual, taking the holy dip at the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati rivers. “This is an unforgettable and historic moment — never seen before in the world. The success of this divine gathering is a result of the blessings of revered Akharas, saints, Mahamandaleshwars, and religious leaders, spreading a message of harmony and unity across the globe,” he added.
Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya also praised the event’s remarkable success, crediting the seamless organization to the leadership of Prime Minister Modi and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. “Today, Mahakumbh 2025 has concluded on Maha Shivratri with an extraordinary spirit of unity, divine energy, and spiritual significance. After 144 years, this Mahakumbh became a global center of attraction. Under the able guidance of PM Modi and the leadership of CM Yogi, every possible effort was made to ensure its smooth and successful execution,” Maurya told ANI.
The Mahakumbh officially concluded on February 26, following the first Amrit Snan on Paush Purnima (January 13). Other major bathing days included Makar Sankranti (January 14), Mauni Amavasya (January 29), Basant Panchami (February 3), and Maghi Purnima (February 12).
Despite its formal conclusion, the spiritual magnetism of the Mahakumbh continues to draw thousands of devotees eager to seek blessings and immerse themselves in the sacred waters, keeping the spirit of this ancient tradition alive and thriving.