Renowned industrialist and Chairman of the Adani Group, Gautam Adani, expressed his awe and admiration for the grandeur of the Maha Kumbh as he visited Prayagraj on Tuesday with his family. Adani, who arrived in the afternoon, took a holy dip and offered prayers at the Triveni Sangam, accompanied by his wife, Dr. Preeti Adani, Chairperson of Adani Foundation, son Karan Adani, daughter-in-law Paridhi Adani, and granddaughters. His younger son, Jeet Adani, also joined the family at the event.
Seeking Blessings for Family Occasion
Adani shared that his visit to the Kumbh was also to seek blessings from Maa Ganga ahead of a significant family occasion — the wedding of his son Jeet on February 7. He mentioned that the wedding would be a simple family affair, marking a special moment in the Adani family’s life.
Praising the Management of Maha Kumbh
Overwhelmed by the scale and organization of the Maha Kumbh, Adani praised the management of the event, emphasizing that even corporate houses could learn valuable lessons from the coordination and dedication that went into the Kumbh. “The efforts of everyone, from security personnel to sanitation workers, have been crucial to the success of this event,” he remarked.
He also took the opportunity to express gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for the seamless organization of the Maha Kumbh. He highlighted the remarkable development work being carried out in Uttar Pradesh and reiterated the Adani Group’s commitment to supporting the state’s growth. “Uttar Pradesh, with its population of 25-26 crores, has abundant possibilities for development, and the Adani Group stands with the state in this endeavor,” he said.
Participating in Seva at ISKCON
During his visit, Adani also participated in seva (service) activities at ISKCON, where he helped prepare prasad in the kitchen. Dr. Preeti Adani and Paridhi Adani were also seen engaging in the kitchen activities, applying ghee to rotis and peeling peas.
Spiritual Experience at Sangam
Adani later traveled by boat to the Sangam, where he took a holy dip and worshipped at the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati rivers. The experience left him deeply moved. “When I arrived in Prayagraj, it felt as though the faith, spirit of service, and cultures from around the world had converged at the lap of Maa Ganga,” Adani reflected. He also expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the government, administration, sanitation workers, and security forces for their tireless efforts in ensuring the smooth conduct of the Kumbh, serving the sadhus, saints, Kalpvasis, and devotees.
Philanthropic Pledge and Support for Kumbh
Adani’s visit also included a trip to the Gita Press pandal, where he distributed the Aarti collection. As part of his commitment to serving the community, Adani has pledged to distribute one crore Aarti collections in collaboration with Gita Press and feed one lakh people every day in partnership with ISKCON.
Before concluding his visit, Adani visited the Sri Shankaracharya Temple’s ‘Viman Mandap’ before returning to Ahmedabad.
Through his visit and contributions, Gautam Adani expressed his admiration for the Maha Kumbh’s sacred significance while reaffirming his dedication to supporting the spiritual and social causes surrounding the event.
