Chandigarh : Haryana Governor Shri Bandaru Dattatraya took part in the grand religious and spiritual festival, Mahakumbh Mela, held in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, on the auspicious occasion of Magh Purnima. Accompanied by Lady Governor Smt. Vasantha Bandaru and other family members, the Governor took a holy dip at Triveni Sangam.

Governor Shri Dattatraya described Mahakumbh as the world’s largest spiritual gathering. He emphasized that, according to scriptures, taking a sacred bath during Mahakumbh brings prosperity, washes away sins, and liberates one from negativity. He further stated that Prayagraj, the king of pilgrimage sites, radiates the divine glow of Sanatan culture.
He highlighted how this ancient tradition of India remains intact in the modern era, showcasing the grandeur and spiritual richness of Indian culture to the world.