Prayagraj, Feb. 3 -- In a serene display of faith and devotion, more than 12.5 million devotees took a holy dip on the third and last Shahi Snan of Mahakumbh as of 12 pm on Monday. The third and last Shahi Snan is on the occasion of Basant Panchmi.

By 8 am on Monday, a total of 6.2 million devotees had taken a holy dip at Triveni Sangam, marking a historic milestone.

On this occasion, flower petals were also showered on them from a chopper, on the occasion of Basant Panchami.

Speaking to ANI, UP Minister AK Sharma said that the state government is continously monitoring the situation. He himself has been present in the area to inspect the arrangements since Mouni Amavasya.

"On the occasion of Basant Panchmi... close to 4 crore people ...