Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi took holy dips in sacred river waters in the northern city of Prayagraj on Wednesday as he joined millions of people at the Maha Kumbh Mela, a week after dozens died in a stampede at the event.

After his ritual bath, Modi expressed his gratitude, saying, "The 'snan', or the 'holy dip', at the 'sangam' is a moment of divine connection. May Maa Ganga bless all with peace, wisdom, good health, and harmony."

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday took a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam and said he felt "blessed to be at the Maha Kumbh" where he was "filled with a spirit of devotion"

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday. He will take a holy dip and offer prayers to Maa Ganga at the Sangam at around 11 am, a statement issued by the Prime Minister's Office said.

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi is set to visit the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj. During his visit, he will take a holy dip at the Sangam and offer prayers to Maa Ganga, marking a significant moment in the ongoing festival.

PHOTO | Maha Kumbh 2025: Bhutan King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuk on Tuesday took a dip at Triveni Sangam and performed holy rituals. UP CM Yogi Adityanath ( @myogiadityanath) accompanied the Bhutan King during the visit. (Source: Third Party) pic.twitter.com/J4IZRxvNkN The King also offered prayers at Triveni Sangam, along with UP CM Yogi.