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From Rolls-Royce to bicycle: Babas in unique styles lead the way to Maha Kumbh 2025

Last updated on - Jan 13, 2025, 14:37 IST
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Naga sadhus at Maha Kumbh

At this grand spiritual gathering, Naga sadhus are captivating attendees with their unique attire and Hatha yoga practice.

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Shades and hues

The 45-day religious event is expected to witness the largest-ever human gathering, with over 40 crore people anticipated to attend.

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Here comes Rolls-Royace

Luxurious cars chariots blend with spirituality. Rolls-Royce, Mercedes Benz, and Audi Q7 join grand processions, while some seers ride gold-silver chariots, others opt for high-end vehicles.

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Love for all

The vast gathering, filled with unwavering faith, devotion, joy, and emotion, turned the sacred event into a global convergence of spirituality and human connection.

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Chhotu Baba

Gangapuri Maharaj, or Chhotu Baba from Assam, has caught attention at the Maha Kumbh Mela for not bathing in 32 years. The 57-year-old, standing at 3 feet 8 inches, says his vow stems from an unfulfilled wish.

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Chai Wale Baba

'Chai Wale Baba' is a silent mentor offering free civil services coaching via WhatsApp. Living on ten cups of tea daily, he has taken a vow of silence, using gestures and WhatsApp to guide students preparing for India's toughest exams.


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Two is better

The seers and the 13 akharas have been allotted land on the Jhusi side (the left bank of the river) of the Ganga.

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Bahubali Baba

Bahubali Baba is cycling from Punjab to attend the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. Along the way, he is raising climate awareness by planting saplings of Banyan, Peepal, and other trees.

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Anaaj Wale Baba

At Maha Kumbh Mela, Anaaj Wale Baba has gained attention for his distinctive practice of cultivating various crops, including wheat, millet, gram, and peas, directly on his head.

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Rabri Wale Baba

Rabri Wale Baba continues his tradition of preparing and distributing rabri, a traditional dessert, to devotees at Maha Kumbh. He has been offering rabri to attendees since 2019.

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