A Peek Into The Beauty Of Magh Mela In Prayagraj. See Pics.

Magh Mela has started in Prayagraj from today, January 6, at the banks of the Triveni Sangam.  According to Hindu mythology, the beginning of the universe might be compared to the origin of Magh Mela. It  is a significant annual event that is mentioned in the Hindu epic Mahabharata, prominent Puranas, and ancient Hindu scriptures about a wide range of subjects, primarily about stories and other traditional lore. (Image Source: PTI)

Magh Mela, also known as the Mini Kumbh Mela, is an annual celebration that is observed in the month of Magh. Hindu worshippers travel to the Triveni Sangam, the revered location of the confluence of the rivers Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati, during the festival, where they perform rituals and immerse themselves in the sacred waters. The water is shallow close to Sangam during this fair in the month of Magh. Many people have their heads shaved in accordance with Hindu customs before to taking the Holy plunge. (Image Source: PTI)

Every year, the local government entities and the Uttar Pradesh Tourism Department work together to make the necessary preparations for the pilgrims coming from all across the nation. Tents, medical facilities, a water and energy supply, transit options, and food booths are all set up on the location close to Triveni Sangam. Tens of thousands of worshippers spending days together in tents erected near to the riverbanks is amazing to observe. To participate in an immersion, devotees are transported by boat to the confluence of three rivers. (Image Source: PTI)

The 45 days that make up the fair are referred to as Kalpvas. These days are thought to be equal to the sum of the years in the four yugas namely- Satyug, Treta, Dwapar, and Kalyug. By diligently and religiously performing all the rites, followers of Kalpvas, sometimes referred to as Kalpvasis, can atone for crimes committed in a former life and break free from the cycle of rebirth and karma. (Image Source: PTI)

The pilgrims (kalpvasis), who take the oath, stay on the banks of the Sangam in tents during this time, devoting themselves to religious activities and taking three chilly baths. The Kalpvas begins on the eleventh day of the Hindu month of Paush and lasts until the twelve day of the month of Magh. Even meals are only eaten once daily. (Image Source: PTI)

While Magh Mela is a period of great religious significance, it is also a great opportunity to highlight local business. Daan Punya, free lunches for saints and monks, the sale and purchase of goods, religious talks by saints, amusement spectacles, education, and more are all included. (Image Source: PTI)

This fair on the banks of the Sangam is being held keeping in mind the vision of the upcoming Mahakumbh-2025. With a budget of Rs. 78 crore, the annual fair will witness a tent city with five pontoon bridges interlinking it, have 1000 km of metal chequered plate roads and 5,000 police and security personnel guarding it. (Image Source: PTI)