Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday confirmed that more than 35 million devotees have taken a holy dip at Sangam in Prayagraj on the occasion of Makar Sankranti.

On Makar Sankranti, the first 'Amrit Snan' of the Maha Kumbh was held at the sacred Triveni Sangam, with an estimated 3.5 crore devotees taking a holy dip. The event began at 3 AM, with helicopters showering rose petals on pilgrims as seers from various akharas,

Live: The grand 45-day event began on Monday in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj and will conclude on February 26. The Uttar Pradesh govt expects participation by 45 crore people in the mega event.

A massive crowd of devotees gathered at Mahakumbh and took the holy dip at Sangam even before the break of dawn on the occasion of Makar Sankranti on Tuesday. The scene at the Sangam reflected the profound essence of Indian culture and tradition.

The first Amrit Snan of Maha Kumbh is special in many ways. It takes place a day after the first major 'snan' which took place on Monday. Mahakumbh 2025 Live: Lakhs of devotees ar

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