On Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated 167 development projects worth Rs 5,500 crore in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, in preparation for the Maha Kumbh 2025. This move is seen as vital for improving infrastructure, connectivity, and amenities, ensuring a seamless experience for the millions of devotees expected to gather for the world’s largest spiritual event.
CM Yogi Expresses Gratitude for PM’s Visit
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath thanked Prime Minister Modi for his visit and the inauguration of these crucial projects. CM Yogi emphasized the significance of Modi’s presence, particularly with the upcoming Maha Kumbh, which holds immense religious importance for devotees worldwide.
He expressed his gratitude on behalf of the state and the devotees, highlighting the event’s global importance for followers of Sanatan Dharma.
PM Modi’s Visit to Prayagraj
During his visit, PM Modi shared his joy on Twitter, saying, “Today my heart is happy to visit the holy Prayag, a pilgrimage place whose glory has been sung by God himself.”
He paid respects to significant spiritual sites, including Akshay Vat, symbolizing India’s eternal consciousness of knowledge, science, and spirituality. He prayed for the fulfillment of the wishes of all countrymen, invoking blessings from Maa Ganga, Yamuna, Saraswati, and Lord Hanuman during his visit.
Looking Forward to Maha Kumbh 2025
Maha Kumbh 2025, scheduled to begin in exactly one month, is expected to draw millions of devotees from across the globe, and the preparations are underway to make the event spiritually enriching and accessible to all attendees.