Kriya Yoga at Mahakumbh Mela: A Magnet for Foreign Devotees in Prayagraj

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh), January 4 – As the sacred city of Prayagraj prepares to host the grand Mahakumbh Mela, the event is drawing a growing number of international devotees to the “Kriyayoga Ashram and Research Institute Of Swami Yogi Satyam” camp. These visitors, hailing from various corners of the globe, are eager to immerse themselves in Kriya Yoga sessions and the spiritual energy of the Mela.

Swami Bhavanand, a Brazilian disciple and Kriya Yoga trainer at the institute, emphasized the deep connection between Kriya Yoga and the Kumbh Mela. “I realized that Kriya Yoga and Kumbh Mela are inseparable. Every year, Guruji organizes a special program during the Mela, and devotees from across the world come together for this unique experience. Now, more and more foreigners are attending each year,” he shared.

Reflecting on his spiritual journey, Swami Bhavanand recalled his first visit to India during the 2007 Ardha Kumbh Mela. “As I entered the camp, I began practicing Kriya Yoga and felt immense peace and joy. Despite traveling extensively and exploring various spiritual practices, I never truly understood the value of a genuine guru until I met Guruji and discovered Kriya Yoga. This practice is a complete science, uniting all spiritualities and religions. Through Kriya Yoga meditation, we can experience the teachings of Lord Krishna: ‘I am present in the heart of all, and all are present in my heart.’ This profound truth became clear to me through this practice,” he explained.

Another devotee, Meera Mata, shared her transformative journey from being a successful professional at Microsoft in Canada to becoming a Kriya Yoga practitioner. “Back in Canada, I had a promising career at Microsoft, yet I felt a deep yearning to discover the truth and understand the purpose of life. That’s when I was introduced to Guruji. I left my job and moved to India, driven by my desire to find God, truth, and the deeper meaning of existence. Guruji’s teachings in Kriya Yoga have answered my search,” she revealed.

The Mahakumbh, a spiritual gathering held every 12 years, is set to commence on January 13 and conclude on February 26 in Prayagraj. Devotees will partake in major bathing rituals, known as Shahi Snan or royal baths, on three auspicious dates: January 14 (Makar Sankranti), January 29 (Mauni Amavasya), and February 3 (Basant Panchami).

This year’s Mahakumbh is anticipated to attract millions of spiritual seekers and devotees, making it one of the largest religious gatherings in the world. For many, the combination of Kriya Yoga and the spiritually charged atmosphere of the Mela offers an unparalleled path to inner peace and enlightenment.