A large number of devotees, spiritual leaders and dignitaries gathered on the banks of the Sindhu River in Leh on Tuesday as the 30th Sindhu Darshan Yatra and the first-ever Sindhu Kumbh commenced with traditional rituals, cultural performances and a renewed message of national unity and environmental stewardship.
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A large number of devotees, spiritual leaders and dignitaries gathered on the banks of the Sindhu River in Leh on Tuesday as the 30th Sindhu Darshan Yatra and the first-ever Sindhu Kumbh commenced with traditional rituals, cultural performances and a renewed message of national unity and environmental stewardship.
The Sindhu Darshan Yatra and the inaugural Pratham Sindhu Kumbh 2026, being organised by the Sindhu Darshan Yatra Samiti, will continue until June 27, bringing together devotees, spiritual leaders, dignitaries, and visitors from across the country.
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The inaugural ceremony was attended by the Union Minister of State for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Nimuben Jayantibhai Bambhaniya, who joined the devotees in celebrating India’s rich spiritual and cultural heritage. The event is being organised under the theme “One India, Shreshtha Bharat”, reflecting the values of national unity, cultural diversity, and social harmony.
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A grand Kalash Yatra, carrying sacred waters from different parts of the country, marked the beginning of the celebrations. Devotees ceremonially offered holy waters to the sacred Sindhu River, symbolising national integration and the spiritual bond that unites people across regions, languages, and traditions.
Lieutenant Governor of UT Ladakh attended the Pratham Sindhu Kumbh, commemorating the 30th anniversary of the annual Sindhu Darshan, and highlighted the event as a unique opportunity to experience Ladakh’s rich culture, vibrant traditions, and spiritual heritage.
Addressing the gathering, the LG urged visitors to support the ban on single-use plastics and maintain cleanliness to preserve Ladakh’s pristine environment and the sanctity of the sacred Sindhu River.
The Pratham Sindhu Kumbh stands as a confluence of spirituality, culture, and community spirit, showcasing the timeless traditions and warm hospitality of Ladakh.
LG Saxena said that the Sindhu River, the cradle of the Indus Valley Civilisation and a lifeline of ecology and livelihoods, symbolises India’s unity, heritage and spirituality.
Since 1997, Sindhu Darshan has grown into a vibrant Mahakumbh, embodying Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat, envisioned by Hon’ble PM Narendra Modi. Devotees merging waters from rivers across India with the Sindhu reflect our diversity flowing into one national stream, alongside giving a call for environmental sustainability.
“I am confident that events like Sindhu Darshan, apart from positioning Ladakh as a hub of eco-spiritual tourism, would strengthen local economies and enhance Ladakh’s global popularity as a land of peace and reflection,” he said.
He urged visitors to preserve Ladakh’s fragile ecosystem by maintaining cleanliness and respecting the region’s environmental regulations, including the ban on single-use plastic.
Speaking on the occasion, Vijender Gupta said that the Sindhu Darshan Yatra continues to strengthen the emotional and cultural bond among the people of India and has grown into a significant national event over the years.
Vijender Gupta, Speaker of the Delhi Legislative Assembly, His Eminence Palga Rinpoche and many other prominent persons were present on the occasion.
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