Kumbh 2019: Breathtaking aerial photos taken at Sangam in Prayagraj

Kumbh 2019: Breathtaking aerial photos taken at Sangam in Prayagraj

Undeterred by the cold, nearly 1.4 crore people took the ritual bath in the holy waters of the Sangam in Prayagraj on Makar Sankranti. Here we bring some of the stunning aerial photos.

Kumbh 2019: Breathtaking aerial photos taken at Sangam in Prayagraj

It was about religious fervour, spirituality at the 'Shahi Snan' on Makar Sankranti.

Kumbh 2019: Breathtaking aerial photos taken at Sangam in Prayagraj

Devotees, ascetics and religious leaders from around the globe gathered for the largest congregation in the world.

Kumbh 2019: Breathtaking aerial photos taken at Sangam in Prayagraj

More than 12 crore people are expected to visit the Kumbh between now and Maha Shivratri on March 4.

Kumbh 2019: Breathtaking aerial photos taken at Sangam in Prayagraj

The Uttar Pradesh government has allocated Rs 4,200 crore for the Kumbh Mela.

Kumbh 2019: Breathtaking aerial photos taken at Sangam in Prayagraj

The auspicious bathing days of the 2019 Kumbh Mela include Paush Poornima (January 21), Mauni Amawasya (February 4), Basant Panchami (February 10), Maghi Poornima (February 19) and Mahashivratri (March 4).