Amrita hosts a special episode of “Healing Our Earth” dedicated to the Maha Kumbh Mela, a significant religious gathering in India. The episode features guests who have participated in the event, including Neil Kumar, the founder and director, and Dr. Honey, who has created a documentary about it. Kailash shares her experience of attending the Maha Kumbh Mela, describing it as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that occurs every 144 years. She explains how her friend Romi inspired her to go, despite initial hesitations, and how the decision to attend came together unexpectedly with her daughter Nita also joining.

The summary discusses Kailash and Romi’s experience attending the Maha Kumbh Mela in India. They describe the challenges of getting there, including crowded conditions and transportation difficulties, but emphasize the spiritual and transformative nature of the event. Kailash highlights the unique feeling of taking a dip in the Ganges River, describing it as receiving a warm hug from a mother. Both women express feeling blessed to have had the opportunity to attend this rare event, which only occurs every 144 years. They also mention the well-organized nature of the event despite the massive crowds, and the sense of peace and faith they observed in the pilgrims walking towards the Kumbh Mela.

In the meeting, Nil from London welcomed everyone and initiated a discussion about the Kumbh Mela festival. Tribhuvan from India shared his knowledge about the festival’s significance and its connection to the planet Jupiter. Asta, a PhD student, discussed the astronomical aspects of the festival, explaining that it occurs every 12 years when Jupiter completes its orbit around the sun. Anita shared her experience of attending the festival, describing the food, dancing, and spiritual atmosphere. Nalini, a relative of Meeta, also shared her experience of attending the festival, highlighting the mental peace and divine experience it provides. The conversation ended with a global Namaste from the whole healing Earth family.

The summary discusses the experiences of several participants at the Maha Kumbh Mela, a major Hindu pilgrimage and festival. Attendees describe the spiritual significance of taking a holy dip in the Ganges River, with many noting that the water felt warm and pleasant despite initial apprehension. They emphasize the transformative nature of the experience, the sense of unity and equality among diverse participants, and the belief that the ritual cleanses karma and connects one to divine energy. The event’s rarity, occurring in its grandest form only once every 144 years, adds to its perceived importance for those who were able to attend.

LONDON Astha expressed gratitude for the opportunity to share her experience at the Maha Kumbh Mela. She highlighted the challenges faced during the event, such as connectivity issues, but also the positive experiences and memories created. LONDON Nil acknowledged the contributions of all participants and encouraged further connections. INDIA Hirral shared her experience of the spiritual journey and the importance of the Maha Kumbh Mela in raising awareness and consciousness. LONDON Nil and LONDON Rashmi discussed the challenges and solutions faced during the event, emphasizing the importance of community and support. LONDON Dr and INDIA Yashi shared their personal experiences and memories of the Maha Kumbh Mela, highlighting the changes in Prayagraj and the positive impact of the event on the local community.

The discussion focuses on the Maha Kumbh Mela event in Prayagraj, India. Dr. Honey interviews Yashi, a local resident, and her family about their experiences. Yashi’s brother and father share their pride in hosting the event and its historical significance. Dr. Lalit Sodha, who attended the Maha Kumbh, describes the friendly and helpful atmosphere, contrary to some social media portrayals. Deepti from Egypt highlights the event’s inclusivity, mentioning international participants and improved safety and cleanliness in Uttar Pradesh. The conversation then shifts to introduce Shantanu Gupta, an author and political activist involved in the Mela’s organization, who will provide insights into the event’s planning and execution.

In the meeting, Shantanu Gupta discussed his experiences at the Kumbh Mela, a Hindu festival, where he spent 31 days. He highlighted the devotion and management aspects of the festival, noting that 66 crore people attended, making it one of the largest gatherings in the world. Shantanu emphasized the importance of the festival’s Astha (devotion) and Vivasta (management), and how the Yogi Adityanath government efficiently managed the event. He also mentioned the various activities and traditions that take place during the festival, such as the Kotak, youth head kumbh, walking penance, and Kalpas. Shantanu praised the government’s efforts in ensuring safety and cleanliness, with 66,000 police fellows deployed and 15,000 safai karmis (cleaning staff) working tirelessly. He also noted the economic impact of the festival, with the government spending 15,000 crore rupees and generating an economy of 3 lakh crore rupees. Shantanu concluded by expressing his hope that the festival’s legend would continue till the next Kumbh Mela in 2027.

The presentation by Shantanu provides an in-depth look at the organization and logistics of the Maha Kumbh Mela. He discusses the scale of the event, including the massive budget of 15,000 crore rupees (approximately 1.5 billion pounds sterling) and the estimated economic impact of 3.5 lakh crore rupees. Shantanu highlights various aspects of the event planning, including crowd control, lost and found services, and the central control room that monitored the entire geographical area. He also mentions his upcoming movie about Yogi Adityanath, which has garnered significant interest. The presentation is praised for its comprehensive coverage of the event’s behind-the-scenes operations and Shantanu’s personal experiences.

The group discusses their experiences at the Kumbh Mela, a major Hindu pilgrimage and festival. Kamu describes the unique qualities of the water at the confluence of three rivers, noting differences in texture, taste, and energy. Honey mentions collecting pure water from the site. Anil shares his journey to attend the event, describing the massive crowds and logistical challenges. Participants highlight the spiritual significance and the extraordinary efforts people made to attend, including long journeys from around the world. The group expresses awe at the peaceful atmosphere despite the millions of attendees.

The group discusses their experiences at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, India. Honey shares photos and stories from her visit, highlighting the spiritual atmosphere, meeting with sadhus and swamis, and participating in rituals like the royal bath and aarti. Anil describes his experience of taking a dip in the Triveni Sangam at sunrise, emphasizing the peaceful environment and how everyone let go of worldly comforts to fully immerse in the spiritual experience. Both express a desire to attend future Kumbh Melas, with Anil noting that even people with health challenges in his group fully participated without complaints.

The group discusses experiences and spiritual significance of visiting Prayagraj and the Kumbh Mela. Honey shares photos from her trip, highlighting the warm welcome she received and opportunities that arose, including filming a documentary. Kunjal provides an etymological and philosophical explanation of Prayagraj as a sacred confluence of three rivers – Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati – representing body, mind and soul respectively. The participants express interest in sharing Honey’s documentary more widely to spread awareness about the spiritual importance of the Kumbh Mela.

The meeting involved a discussion about the Kumbh Mela, a Hindu festival, and its impact on the participants. The attendees shared their experiences and reflections on the event, highlighting the spiritual and transformative aspects of the festival. They also discussed the potential for the Kumbh Mela to promote peace and harmony on a global scale. The conversation ended with plans to share a documentary about the festival with university students and to explore further collaborations between the participants.

The episode focuses on the Maha Kumbh Mela event in Prayagraj, India. Honey shares a video montage of the event, which includes footage of spiritual leaders and celebrations. The group discusses the significance of the event, with USA mentioning that their group had the privilege of taking the first holy dip. Honey offers to do screenings and Q&A sessions about her documentary on the Kumbh Mela. The episode also features an interview with a hotel manager who shares insights about managing the massive influx of visitors during the event. Mr. Srivastava, who was previously interviewed, joins the call to share his experiences of attending Kumbh Melas since 1978.

In the meeting, various participants from different locations shared their experiences and contributions. Honey from London shared her experiences of visiting the Maha Kumbh Mela and how it inspired her to create a documentary. She also mentioned her plans for future collaborations with Sandeep Marvaji. Amrita from India gave thanks to all the contributors and expressed her gratitude for being part of the healing our earth family. Yashi recited a poem she had written about feminism and power. Lata and Nil congratulated Honey on her work and shared their excitement about future projects. The conversation ended with a discussion about the upcoming RAM Kumbh Mela episode, where they discussed the possibility of Yashi joining the team. The conversation ended with the participants expressing their gratitude and well wishes to each other.