Maha Kumbh 2025: 1100 Priests to Perform Maha Yagya to Demand 'Rashtra Mata' Status for Cow, Check Details

Mahakumbh 2025: At the Mahakumbh 2025 in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, the largest ‘Yagya Kund’ has been constructed to conduct a month-long ‘Maha Yagya,’ led by 1100 priests. Organized in the camp of Jagadguru Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati, the ritual aims to demand the official recognition of the cow as ‘Rashtra Mata’ (Mother of the Nation).

#WATCH | Mahakumbh 2025 | Prayagraj, UP | Drone visuals of the largest 'Yagya Kund' of Maha Kumbh Mela where 1100 priests will perform 'Maha Yagya' to demand the status of 'Rashtra Mata' for cow.

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Massive Yagya Setup with 324 Kunds and 9 Shikharas

The grand mandap housing the Yagya features 324 ‘kunds’ (fire altars) and 9 ‘shikharas’ (pinnacles), symbolizing a significant spiritual and cultural undertaking. The Maha Yagya will be performed daily for 9 hours and is expected to last for an entire month, making it one of the focal points of the ongoing Kumbh Mela.

Spiritual and Cultural Significance

The Yagya, according to the organizing team, underscores the importance of cows in Indian culture and spirituality. The priests will recite Vedic hymns, perform rituals, and offer prayers, drawing devotees from across the country to witness and participate in this unique spiritual event.

Campaign for Cow as ‘Rashtra Mata’

The demand for granting the cow the status of ‘Rashtra Mata’ has been a longstanding aspiration for several religious groups. This Maha Yagya seeks to draw attention to the cause, urging authorities to recognize the cow’s role in sustaining traditional Indian agriculture, spirituality, and culture.

Devotees and Pilgrims Flock to Mahakumbh

As one of the highlights of Mahakumbh 2025, the Maha Yagya is attracting thousands of pilgrims and spiritual seekers. Drone visuals of the massive setup are being widely shared, further enhancing the event’s visibility and significance.

The Mahakumbh continues to be a vibrant blend of spirituality, tradition, and social campaigns, with the Yagya reinforcing its role as a platform for cultural advocacy.