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Over 50 lakh devotees<\/strong> from Nepal<\/strong> have gathered at Prayagraj<\/strong> to take part in the Maha Kumbh Mela<\/strong>, the world\u2019s largest cultural gathering. The devotees participated in the sacred ritual of taking a holy dip in the Sangam<\/strong>, the confluence of the Ganga<\/strong>, Yamuna<\/strong>, and Saraswati<\/strong> rivers, as per official sources.<\/p>\n

A Global Gathering at Maha Kumbh<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The event, organized under the leadership of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath<\/strong>, has drawn millions of devotees from across the world, with Nepali pilgrims<\/strong> playing a significant role in the occasion. Sources revealed that Nepali devotees<\/strong> brought holy Akshat (rice)<\/strong> and other sacred offerings from Janakpur<\/strong> \u2014 the hometown of Maa Sita<\/strong>, Lord Ram\u2019s wife, to offer at the Bade Hanuman Temple<\/strong> at the Sangam. In return, they are carrying back Ganga water<\/strong> and sacred sand<\/strong> from the confluence, which they consider an invaluable spiritual heritage.<\/p>\n

Pilgrimage to Ayodhya and Kashi<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Apart from the holy dip in Sangam, many Nepali devotees are visiting Ayodhya<\/strong> to witness the construction of the grand Shri Ram Temple<\/strong> and are also making pilgrimages to Kashi<\/strong>, home to the famous Baba Vishwanath Temple<\/strong>. The sacred Ganga water<\/strong> and sand from Sangam<\/strong> are being taken back to Nepal, where they are used in various religious ceremonies<\/strong>, further strengthening the spiritual bond between the two nations.<\/p>\n

Devotees Bring Sacred Offerings<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Ram Sigdel<\/strong>, President of the Nepal Association of Tour and Travel Agents (Banke Chapter)<\/strong>, shared that the Akshat<\/strong> brought from Janakpur<\/strong> was offered at the Bade Hanuman Temple<\/strong> on the banks of Sangam. He emphasized the significance of Sangam’s sand<\/strong> and Ganga water<\/strong>, describing them as priceless heritage for Nepali devotees.<\/p>\n

Appreciation for Arrangements<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The arrangements made by the Yogi-led UP government<\/strong> for the Maha Kumbh Mela<\/strong> have been widely appreciated, with many visitors, including the Nepali devotees, acknowledging the seamless management of the event. The well-organized facilities have ensured a smooth and hassle-free experience for pilgrims coming from across the globe.<\/p>\n

Gifts from Nepal and Cultural Prosperity<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Devotees have also brought gifts from Nepal<\/strong> to enrich the religious prosperity of the event. These include new clothes<\/strong>, jewelry<\/strong>, fruits<\/strong>, dry fruits<\/strong>, and traditional items like dhoti-kurta<\/strong> and towels<\/strong>. These symbolic gifts, representing the cultural and spiritual wealth of Nepal, add to the sacred atmosphere of the Maha Kumbh<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

With the growing importance of religious sites like the Shri Ram Temple<\/strong> in Ayodhya<\/strong> and the Vishwanath Dham Corridor<\/strong> in Kashi<\/strong>, Nepalese devotees are increasingly drawn to visit these spiritual landmarks. The convergence of lakhs of devotees from Nepal<\/strong> to the Sangam<\/strong> has further amplified the divine aura of the Maha Kumbh Mela<\/strong> in Prayagraj, making it an unforgettable religious and cultural experience.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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