Sadhvi Bhagawati Saraswati, originally from Los Angeles and a Stanford University graduate who has resided at Parmarth Niketan in Rishikesh for nearly three decades, recently participated in the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, a significant religious event anticipated to attract over 45 crore devotees seeking spiritual purification at the Sangam (confluence) of the Ganges, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati rivers.
Expressing her reverence for the mela, Sadhvi Bhagawati remarked, "This is not just an opportunity to take a holy dip at Sangam; this is an opportunity for people to take a holy dip in their belief, in their devotion. This is the strength and greatness of Indian culture."
She emphasized the unparalleled nature of the gathering, noting, "This is neither a rock concert nor a sporting event. Who have people gathered for in such large numbers? For their devotion, for their belief." She also lauded the extensive preparations, stating, "All government arrangements made here—with the strength of their devotion, PM Modi and CM Yogi—are unfathomable."
