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A spiritual journey: Bhutan king explores Maha Kumbh's significance at Prayagraj; see photos

TNN | Last updated on - Feb 5, 2025, 13:18 IST
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On PM's invitation

Bhutan's King, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, makes a special visit to India to attend the Maha Kumbh Mela at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the MEA states.

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Warm welcome at Bamrauli

Mayor Umesh Kesarwani welcomes King Wangchuck and CM Yogi at Bamrauli airport, presenting a Sangam memento to the King of Bhutan.

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Holy dip at Sangam

Bhutan King Jigme Khesar and CM Yogi Adityanath take a sacred dip at Triveni Sangam on Tuesday, awed by the grand spiritual gathering.

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UP governor hosts dinner

During the Bhutanese King's visit, Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel hosts a dinner in his honor.

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Offering prayers to rivers

CM briefs the Bhutanese King on Maha Kumbh's significance, and together they offer prayers to the Ganga, Yamuna, and mythical Saraswati.

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Strengthening Indo-Bhutan ties

The Bhutanese King's visit strengthens cultural and diplomatic ties between the nations, attended by leaders like Satyendra Dev Singh, Nand Gopal Gupta 'Nandi', and Jagadguru Santosh Das (Satua Baba).

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Traditional to saffron attire

Upon landing at the airport in Bhutan's traditional attire, Wangchuck switches to a long saffron kurta and pyjama before stepping into the waters.

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Bhutan King embarks on sojourn

Bhutan's King, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, arrived in the state capital on Monday, received a warm welcome from the Chief Minister, and then traveled to Sangam City for a spiritual ritual.

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Temple visit

After the dip, the Bhutan King visits the sacred Akshayvat, a symbol of eternity in Hinduism, and Bade Hanuman Temple to offer prayers.

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Exploring digital Maha Kumbh

CM Yogi and Bhutan's King Wangchuck visit the Digital Mahakumbh Experience Centre at Maha Kumbh Mela, Prayagraj.

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