Haryana Governor Shri Bandaru Dattatraya participated in the grand religious and spiritual festival, Mahakumbh Mela, 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 the 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.