Prayagraj, Feb 26 (Reporter) The grand and divine Mahakumbh, organised in the sacred city of Teerthraj Prayagraj since January 13, has etched its name in history as the unparalleled spiritual gathering crossed the 65 crore mark on the final bathing festival of Maha Shivratri, making it the largest congregation ever witnessed in the world. By 8 AM on Mahashivratri, lakhs of devotees had taken a holy dip, setting an extraordinary record that stands unmatched in scale and devotion. No other historical event has drawn such a massive gathering in such a short span. More than 65 crore devotees have come together to take the sacred dip at Triveni Sangam, showcasing an unparalleled example of religious and cultural unity. This ancient tradition of India has mesmerised the world with its spiritual grandeur. The seamless organisation of this mega event has been made possible by the visionary leadership and meticulous planning of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The sheer scale of participation is staggering. Compared with India's total population, nearly 50 percent of the country has taken a dip in the Triveni Sangam. Among followers of Sanatan Dharma, this accounts for over 60 percent of India's Sanatani population and about 55 percent worldwide. The Maha Kumbh drew devotees from every corner of the globe, with diplomats from 73 countries and guests, including Bhutan’s King Jigme Namgyel Wangchuk. More than 50 lakh devotees from Nepal, the land of Mata Janaki's maternal home, also participated. Pilgrims from Italy, France, the UK, Portugal, the USA, Israel, Iran, Mauritius, and numerous other nations arrived to witness this unparalleled spiritual event. CM Yogi Adityanath had predicted that this Maha Kumbh would set a new benchmark in terms of participation. Initially estimating 45 crore devotees, the numbers surged past expectations. On February 11, the 45-crore mark was crossed, reaching 60 crore by February 22. Finally, on Maha Shivratri, the Maha Kumbh set an unprecedented record, surpassing 65 crore devotees, reaffirming the unshakeable faith and devotion towards Sanatan Dharma. This Maha Kumbh has reinforced India’s spiritual and cultural identity and set a milestone that will be remembered for generations...////...