Makar Sankranti: Devotees Take Holy Dip in Mandakini, Chitrakoot Immersed in Devotion

• Millions of devotees gathered at Ramghat and Mandakini River in Chitrakoot for a holy dip on Makar Sankranti.
• Chants of 'Har Har Mandakini' and 'Jai Shri Ram' resonated as devotees braved the cold for sacred ablutions and donations.
• Makar Sankranti marks the Sun's Uttarayan, symbolizing spiritual awakening and believed to alleviate troubles through bathing and charity.
• Devotees offered Arghya to Lord Sun and donated sesame khichdi, jaggery, and clothes, especially for Lord Shani's blessings.
• The administration ensured robust security, diver deployment, and health teams for the safety of the large crowd.

Why It Matters: Chitrakoot witnessed immense faith and devotion on Makar Sankranti with holy dips, donations, and community service.