lakhs of devotees took the holy dip in Kshipra river on Mohini Ekadashi, the 7th Parv Snan during Simhastha at Ujjain on Tuesday. There was massive turnout of devotees at various ghats.
Devotees had stared pouring in for the holy dip at ghats in large number since midnight. As the day dawned, devotees took turns for the holy dip at Triveni ghat, Gaughat, Ramghat and Dutt Akhada Ghat. Every inch of the newly constructed 8 km long ghats on the banks of Kshipra was occupied by devotees. It was pleasing to see that everyone was taking the dip for salvation in Kshipra's clean and pure water.
The administration had made elaborate arrangements in view of Parv Snan. Police personnel and volunteers of various organisations were guiding devotees at various places. large number of police force was deployed to regulate traffic. Roads were also being diverted wherever necessary. Intense combing was being undertaken to ensure devotees' safety and save them from pickpocketeers. Divers were on their feet to prevent drowning incidents. lost & Found Centres were also functioning efficiently. Special cleanliness was maintained at ghats. Teams of National and State Disaster Management and divers of various voluntary organisations were undertaking every precaution for devotees' safety and security. Traffic arrangements were made smooth for reaching ghats easily. Police officers were also guiding devotees.
Dates of Shahi and Parv Snan have already been declared. So far, 2 Shahi Snans have been held. Next two Parv Snans will be held on Thursday May 19 and Friday May 20 while third Shahi/Pramukh Snan will be held on May 21.