Priyanka Tiwari
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A group of 68 Hindu pilgrims from Sindh, Pakistan, arrived in Prayagraj to take part in the ongoing Mahakumbh, fulfilling a long-cherished spiritual journey. Traveling on special visas, they took a sacred dip at the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers, offering prayers and immersing the ashes of their ancestors in the holy waters to seek peace for their souls.
Mahant Ramnath, who accompanied the group, shared that before reaching Prayagraj, they had already visited Haridwar, where they performed last rites for nearly 480 ancestors. At the Mahakumbh, the pilgrims continued their spiritual rituals, praying deeply for their departed loved ones.
A Journey of Faith and Devotion
The group, hailing from six districts in Sindh—Ghotki, Sukkur, Khairpur, Shikarpur, Kashmore, and Jatabal—was filled with first-time visitors. Among them was Gobind Ram Makhija, who had long dreamed of attending the Mahakumbh. "I had heard about this grand event for months, and we just couldn't stop ourselves from coming," he said with excitement.
For many, the experience was both overwhelming and deeply fulfilling. Makhija described it as a moment of immense pride in being part of Sanatan Dharma.
A Spiritual Homecoming
For young pilgrims like Surabhi, a class 11 student from Ghotki, the journey was more than just a religious visit—it was an opportunity to connect with her roots. “This is a great chance for us to truly experience and understand our faith,” she said.
Priyanka, another first-time visitor from Sindh, described the experience as divine. “Seeing our culture and traditions here in India feels like a blessing,” she shared. Addressing a common perception, she added, “Even though we live among Muslims in Sindh, the discrimination against Hindus is not as severe as the media portrays.”
Calls for Easier Access
Some pilgrims also touched on the challenges of traveling to India. Niranjan Chawla from Sukkur spoke about the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), mentioning that there isn’t a significant movement among Sindh’s Hindus to seek Indian citizenship. However, he pointed out that certain areas, like Rajasthan, present challenges for Hindus from Pakistan.
Chawla also urged the Indian government to simplify the visa process, which can take up to six months for approval. Despite the lengthy process, he expressed gratitude for the smoother visa facilitation for their group. “We are thankful to the Indian government for making this journey possible,” he said.
Continuing Their Spiritual Sojourn
Following their visit to Prayagraj, the group plans to travel to Raipur before heading to Haridwar, where some will immerse their ancestors’ ashes. They also look forward to meeting the Akhada saints and experiencing the vast spectacle of the Kumbh Mela before returning home, carrying with them a renewed sense of faith and connection to their heritage.
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