Maha Kumbh 2025 saw 20% of newly initiated Naga sadhus from Dalit, tribal communities
Naga sadhus, traditionally from privileged castes, welcomed Dalits and tribals during this Maha Kumbh. Over 20% of newly ...
In a first, 20% of new Naga sadhus are Dalits & tribals
PRAYAGRAJ: The Naga sadhus are emblematic of Maha Kumbh - matted dreadlocks, bodies smeared in ash, and clutching tridents, swords, and wooden staffs, not as mere weapons, but as symbols of their ...
Hundreds join an order of naked, armed holy men at Hindu festival
Thousands of devotees jostle behind bamboo fences to get a glimpse of the grand procession of the naked, ash-smeared and ...
AP PHOTOS: Hundreds join an order of naked, armed holy men at Hindu festival
Thousands of devotees jostle behind bamboo fences to get a glimpse of the grand procession of the naked, ash-smeared and ...
Naga sadhus lead 2.5 crore in Maha Kumbh's 3rd amrit snan
PRAYAGRAJ: Naga Sadhus, smeared in ash and showcasing their traditional combat techniques with tridents and swords, led the ...
Hindu ascetic rising from the river after a holy dip is emblematic of Maha Kumbh festival in India
The man appears in a silhouette after rising from the river. His dreadlocked hair is flicked backwards, sending a stream of ...
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3rd Shahi Snan: More than 12.5 million devotees take holy dip in Mahakumbh
In a serene display of faith and devotion, more than 12.5 million devotees took a holy dip on the third and last Shahi Snan ...
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Mystique of Naga Sadhus: A Glimpse into the Amrit Snan at Maha Kumbh
The Maha Kumbh's Amrit Snan on Basant Panchami highlighted the captivating presence of Naga sadhus. Known for their renunciation and traditional rituals, these ascetics amazed onlookers with their ...