62 Crore devotees have visited Maha Kumbh: CM Yogi Adityanath

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said on Sunday that 62 crore devotees have come to the Maha Kumbh so far and the gathering of such a large number of people during a certain period is in itself "one of the rarest events of the century". Welcoming all the guests at the Unicorn Companies Conclave in Agra, the Chief Minister said, "I can call it the Unicorn Maha Kumbh of the startup world. There is an attraction towards the Maha Kumbh at this time."  He said, "This is important for me. Today, I have come to Braj Bhoomi, behind which there has been a spiritual and cultural background. It has influenced India's civilisation and culture for a long time.'' ''I think that in any event in the world, whether it is spiritual or for any tourism purpose, the gathering of such a large number of people during a certain period of time in that ceremony and being united with that event, is in itself one of the rarest events of the century,'' he said.

Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh: At the 149th birth anniversary celebration of Gadge Maharaj, CM Yogi Adityanath says, "The Maha Kumbh has been organized with grandeur, showcasing to the world the strength and significance of Prayagraj. With 62 crore devotees expected to take the holy… pic.twitter.com/VFHbCL7yqL

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Yogi Adityanath remarked that it must have been envisioned that a time would come when people in India might feel disconnected from their traditions and culture. He emphasised that the Kumbh would serve as a powerful medium to re-establish that vital connection, bringing the people back to their spiritual roots and cultural heritage.The last major bath of Maha Shivratri, is scheduled for February 26, at the Maha Kumbh.  The chief minister stressed that UP is not just an agricultural state but a centre of Sanatan knowledge and tradition. An investment conclave is facilitating discussions with unicorn companies, recognising that no startup succeeds without investors.