Hindu

Tragedy struck at a bustling railway station in New Delhi, where at least 18 lives were lost in a stampede as crowds surged to catch trains for the Kumbh Mela, the world's largest religious celebration. This catastrophic event, which unfolded during a fervent rush, has drawn attention to the perennial challenges posed by massive gatherings in India. The Kumbh Mela, a monumental pilgrimage that occurs every twelve years in Prayagraj, attracts millions of Hindu devotees. Recent history has sadly been marked by devastating…

The Kumbh Mela, a monumental gathering of Hindu faith, has once again swept through India, drawing an expected 400 million pilgrims over the next six weeks. It's not just another event on the calendar; it’s a vibrant tapestry woven from the threads of devotion, culture, and sheer human spirit—a congregation unparalleled in size and significance. This ancient festival, which has its roots planted deep in the soil of Hindu mythology, unfolds at the sacred confluence of three rivers: the Ganges, the Yamuna, and the elusive…