Bhogali Bihu lights up Mahakumbh with Northeastern traditionsFor the first time, the Mahakumbh embraced the vibrant traditions of the Northeastern states with the celebration of Bhogali Bihu taking centre stage. On Makar Sankranti, a special event was held at the Prag Jyotishpur camp of Northeastern saints, where women devotees from various states performed the traditional Bihu dance, infusing the mela with the rich culture of Assam. The celebration began with the distribution of rice dishes, followed by Naam Kirtan at the Namghar. Women devotees lit up the fairgrounds with their Bihu dance, showcasing the Northeast’s rich heritage. Traditional structures such as the Bhelaghar, made of paddy straw, and the Meji, crafted from bamboo, were ceremonially burned on Tuesday morning, marking the essence of Bhogali Bihu. YouTuber faces Baba’s wrath at Mahakumbh At the Mahakumbh, YouTubers are a common sight, visiting Babas and ashrams, interviewing devotees, and capturing the mela in all its colours. However, one YouTuber had a tough time when Baba Mahakal Giri chased him with a chimta (tongs). The YouTuber faced Baba’s wrath for asking questions while he was immersed in his sadhna. The Baba, with one hand raised as a vow, jumped to his feet and began beating the YouTuber with a chimta, leading the victim to run for safety from Baba’s anger.
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