Mahakumbh 2025: UP CM Yogi Adityanath Invites PM Modi, Says Grand Event Showing ‘New India To The World’
Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday said the Maha Kumbh is projected to generate up to Rs 2 lakh crore in economic growth with an expected turnout of 40 crore devotees this year.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his residence in Delhi and personally extended him an invitation to attend the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj.
The Maha Kumbh 2025 is scheduled to be held in Prayagraj, UP from January 13 to February 26. The upcoming religious event, held every 12 years, is considered the most sacred gatherings in Hinduism and begins with the Paush Purnima Snan at the Triveni Sangam.
Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Shri @myogiadityanath, met Prime Minister @narendramodi. pic.twitter.com/0Tw52UwNSE
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) January 10, 2025
After the meeting, Yogi Adityanath wrote in a post on X: "Made a courtesy visit to honourable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modiji today in New Delhi. With your guidance and inspiration, Maha Kumbh-2025, Prayagraj, a symbol of eternal pride, is today showing the world the 'New India' in its divine, grand and digital form. Heartfelt thanks for giving your valuable time, Mr. Prime Minister."
आदरणीय प्रधानमंत्री श्री @narendramodi जी से आज नई दिल्ली में शिष्टाचार भेंट की।
— Yogi Adityanath (@myogiadityanath) January 10, 2025
आपके मार्गदर्शन और प्रेरणा से सनातन गर्व का प्रतीक महाकुम्भ-2025, प्रयागराज आज अपने दिव्य, भव्य और डिजिटल स्वरूप से दुनिया को 'नए भारत' का दर्शन करा रहा है।
अपना बहुमूल्य समय प्रदान करने हेतु… pic.twitter.com/NO54dF4GF1
Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday said the Maha Kumbh is projected to generate up to Rs 2 lakh crore in economic growth with an expected turnout of 40 crore devotees this year.
Meanwhile, spiritual leaders have started arriving in Prayagraj for the Maha Kumbh 2025.
VIDEO | Maha Kumbh 2025: Several spiritual leaders arrive in Khumb Mela area, Prayagraj.
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) January 10, 2025
(Full video available on PTI Videos: https://t.co/n147TvrpG7) pic.twitter.com/deJpAvaFMo
On December 30, Yogi Adityanath had invited President Droupadi Murmu and several other dignitaries including Vice President Jagdeep Dhankar, former President Ram Nath Kovind, Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, BJP National Chief JP Nadda, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, and Delhi LG VK Saxena among others.
आज राष्ट्रपति भवन, नई दिल्ली में माननीय राष्ट्रपति श्रीमती द्रौपदी मुर्मु जी से शिष्टाचार भेंट की।
— Yogi Adityanath (@myogiadityanath) December 29, 2024
अपना अमूल्य समय प्रदान करने हेतु आपका हृदयतल से आभार मा. राष्ट्रपति जी!@rashtrapatibhvn pic.twitter.com/TSLViraPZ5
Yogi Adityanath Inaugurates 'Maa Ki Rasoi'
Earlier today, the UP Chief Minister inaugurated a community kitchen initiative in Mahakumbh Nagar offering a full meal for just Rs 9. The kitchen, called 'Maa Ki Rasoi', is operated by the Nandi Sewa Sansthan at Swaroop Rani Nehru Hospital and is meant for economically weaker sections.
He inaugurated the community kitchen during his visit to Prayagraj to review arrangements and also personally served food to the attendees.
"The Nandi Sewa Sansthan has launched this initiative to support economically weaker sections of society. Under this program, people can enjoy a full meal for just Rs 9. The meal includes dal, four rotis, vegetables, rice, salad, and a dessert," the UP government said in a statement.
आज तीर्थराज प्रयाग में नन्दी सेवा संस्थान द्वारा संचालित 'माँ की रसोई' का उद्घाटन किया।
— Yogi Adityanath (@myogiadityanath) January 10, 2025
माँ अन्नपूर्णा की कृपा सभी पर बनी रहे। pic.twitter.com/W3gaWpSj6l
The attendees of the Maha Kumbh will witness a spectacular drone show, showcasing tales linked to the Maha Kumbh and Prayagraj. The drone show will feature nearly 2,000 drones which will illuminate the skies over Sangam Nose during the opening and conclusion of the religious event, a press release said.
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