Magh Mela 2026: Prayagraj witnesses massive pilgrim turnout

IANS | January 14, 2026 10:21 PM

Prayagraj, Jan 14 (IANS) The Magh Mela in Prayagraj is once again drawing huge crowds as devotees throng the Sangam to take a holy dip on the auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti, coinciding with Shattila Ekadashi. By 8 a.m. on Wednesday, around 15 lakh devotees had already immersed themselves in the confluence, with participants ranging from young children to elderly citizens.

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IANS | January 14, 2026 11:45 AM

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IANS | January 14, 2026 10:25 AM

New Delhi, Jan 14 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended his greetings to the people of Assam on the occasion of Magh Bihu and expressed hope that the festival would bring peace, good health, and happiness to everyone's lives.

PM Modi wishes people of K'taka, Andhra and T'gana through special letters on Makar Sankranti

IANS | January 14, 2026 10:13 AM

New Delhi, Jan 14 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended Makar Sankranti greetings to the people of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Karnataka through a special letter on Wednesday.

'May Lord Surya bless us all': PM Modi extends Makar Sankranti greetings

IANS | January 14, 2026 9:01 AM

New Delhi, Jan 14 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended heartfelt greetings to the countrymen on Makar Sankranti and wished for prosperity and success for all.

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IANS | January 13, 2026 1:59 PM

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Modern machines prepare prasad, free meals for lakhs of devotees at Prayagraj Magh Mela

IANS | January 13, 2026 11:39 AM

Prayagraj, Jan 13 (IANS) In Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, the city of faith, the Magh Mela is currently underway on the sandy banks of the Sangam, the revered confluence of rivers. During this event, free meals (bhandara) is being provided to a large number of devotees. Sadhus, saints, and various religious and social organisations are tirelessly distributing food and 'prasad (blessed offerings)' to nourish millions of individuals each day, necessitating extensive and effective preparation.

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Magh Mela 2026: Prayagraj witnesses massive pilgrim turnout

India's BRICS 2026 logo signals global leadership with civilizational confidence

PM Modi joins Pongal celebrations at Minister Murugan's home, says Tamil culture shared heritage of all humanity

Pongal shining symbol of richness of Tamil traditions: PM Modi in special letter to TN

PM Modi wishes for prosperity and success of everyone on Magh Bihu

PM Modi wishes people of K'taka, Andhra and T'gana through special letters on Makar Sankranti

'May Lord Surya bless us all': PM Modi extends Makar Sankranti greetings

Bihar: Dahi–Chura celebrations spotlight Bhagalpur’s GI-tagged ‘Katarni’

UP: Four police officers suspended after public outcry over banned meat in Kanpur

Modern machines prepare prasad, free meals for lakhs of devotees at Prayagraj Magh Mela

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