A wave of spiritual fervor swept across the Sangam today as lakhs of devotees gathered for the Makar Sankranti bathing festival. Under clear, fog-free skies, the ritual began at dawn, with an estimated two lakh people completing their holy dip by 7:00 AM.
As the sun emerged, the riverbanks resonated with chants of "Om Surya Namaha" and traditional water offerings to the Sun God. The atmosphere remained serene and orderly, thanks to a heavy deployment of police and administrative teams supervising the ghats and managing the massive crowds.
Pilgrims from across the country took advantage of the pleasant weather, turning the confluence into a sea of devotion. While the final administrative tally is expected later, the peaceful start to the festival highlights the seamless coordination between local authorities and the faithful in celebrating this celestial transition.