As the Mahakumbh 2025 entered its eighth day, more than 2.27 million pilgrims visited the holy event on Monday morning by 8 a.m., according to official data released by the Uttar Pradesh government. Among the visitors, 1 million Kalpvasis and 1.27 million devotees took the sacred dip at Sangam Triveni, the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati rivers.
So far, a staggering 82.6 million pilgrims have bathed at Sangam Triveni since the Mahakumbh began on January 13, and the attendance is expected to rise in the coming days, especially during the four major Shahi Snan dates:
- January 29 (Mauni Amavasya)
- February 3 (Basant Panchami)
- February 12 (Maghi Purnima)
- February 26 (Maha Shivaratri).
Despite cold and inclement weather, devotees gathered in large numbers at the sacred site in Prayagraj. The chill in the air did little to dampen the spirits of pilgrims, who are continuing to visit the Mahakumbh in massive numbers.
On Sunday, the seventh day of the Mahakumbh, a mishap occurred when a fire broke out at the Gita Press camp due to the explosion of three cooking gas cylinders. Thankfully, no casualties were reported.
Speaking about the incident, Uttar Pradesh Minister AK Sharma noted, “Almost 100 people were in the shivir (camp) area of Gita Press when the fire broke out, but with the blessings of Maa Ganga, there were no casualties.”
According to Additional District Magistrate (ADM) Vivek Chaturvedi, the fire burned 70 to 80 huts and 8 to 10 tents in the camp. Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally spoke to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath to inquire about the situation and ensure the safety of devotees.
The Mahakumbh, which began on January 13, will conclude on February 26. It is expected to draw millions more in the coming weeks, as pilgrims from across India and the world gather to take part in this grand spiritual celebration. Despite challenges, the event continues to thrive, showcasing the resilience and faith of its attendees.
