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Prez visits Bade Hanuman Mandir, Akshaya Vat and Saraswati Koop

Prez visits Bade Hanuman Mandir, Akshaya Vat and Saraswati Koop

Prayagraj, Feb 10 (UNI) After taking a sacred dip at Sangam, President Droupadi Murmu visited Akshaya Vat and Saraswati Koop and offered prayers at the Bade Hanuman Temple during Maha Kumbh on Monday.
The President was accompanied by Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath during her visit.
After performing the sacred bath, the President proceeded to Akshaya Vat, a revered site in Sanatan culture, symbolising immortality. The Puranas also highlight its spiritual significance. She then visited Saraswati Koop, a sacred well associated with Maa Saraswati.

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