Prayagraj: On the occasion of ‘Paush Poornima’ on Monday, hundreds and thousands of pilgrims took holy dip at the Sangam, the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna and mythical Saraswati rivers here in Uttar Pradesh on the occasion of 'Paush Poornima', said the officials.
After the 'Makar Sankranti', which kicked off the mega Kumbh Melaon January 15, this is the second big 'royal bathing' (Shahi Snan) date for the devotees. Since day break thousands of devotees, including women and even children walked several kilometres of the 'sprawling Kumbhnagar' to make their way to the river and take the holy dip.
Tight security arrangements have been made to ensure smooth passage of the main bathing dates. While the rituals linked to the 'Paush Poornima' began, based on the astrological charts, on Sunday, the main ritual of bathing and 'daan' began on Monday morning.
Among other things, during the 'Kalp Vaas', people following it are expected to sleep on the floor, eat one meal a day and thrice take a dip in the holy Ganga.
The third 'shahi snaan' (royal bathing) is scheduled for February 4.