Dharma Dhwaj: The sacred symbol of Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha Kumbh Mela

Nashik, Oct 31 (UNI) The Dharma Dhwaj (sacred religious flag) and its flagstaff are considered the most important and auspicious symbols marking the official commencement of the Simhastha Kumbh Mela. The flag-hoisting ceremony holds immense religious and spiritual significance during the Kumbh Mela held in Nashik and Trimbakeshwar. The Dharma Dhwaj holds immense religious and spiritual significance in the Kumbh Mela, as its hoisting is traditionally regarded as the official beginning of the grand religious gathering. Under the guidance of the Akhil Bharatiya Akhada Parishad, saints and mahants representing various akhadas, including Shaiva, Vaishnava and Udasi sects, perform the installation…