Faith or Spectacle? The Mixed Legacy of Maha Kumbh

The curtains have fallen on the 45-day-long Maha Kumbh at Prayagraj’s Triveni Sangam, leaving behind staggering numbers and a blend of devotion, spectacle, and controversy. Estimates of attendees vary wildly, ranging from 16 crore to an unbelievable 66 crore. The true figure remains unknown, but one thing is certain—no other religious gathering in the world … Read more