Each year, the sands of Sangam witness a vast ocean of faith where Prayagraj's Magh Mela unfolds, celebrating penance, sacrifice, and living traditions. In this vibrant canvas, holy sages practice their spiritual routines, devotees indulge in daily rituals, and countless pavilions nestle together to craft a magical world. Among these, stands a pavilion symbolizing eternity, spirituality, and faith, right below the Jhusi bridge, run by Deoraha Baba's disciple, Mahant Ramdas.
While most pavilions are temporary, set up and dismantled every year during the vibrant Magh Mela and the grand Kumbh festival, this pavilion remains a constant throughout the year. It defies the floods that engulf the Sangam region, standing firm like a yogi deeply rooted not in the sands, but in unwavering belief.
The pavilion's standout feature is its 20-feet-high kutia (hut). Within it resides a small temple dedicated to Deoraha Baba and the divine, where Mahant Ramdas performs daily rituals. Free from ornamentation, this sanctuary offers a blend of simplicity and meditation, attracting devout followers. Inside, there's no embellishment, just calmness, sacred chants, and deep meditation.
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However, what truly mystifies visitors is the eternal flame, soaring as tall as a four-story building adjacent to the kutia. This flame has been burning unceasingly for the last 20 years. It's never altered nor worshiped, embodying an ingenious structure designed to keep its light uninterrupted, initially kindled for the well-being and prosperity of the nation, it hasn't dimmed since.
When pilgrims at the Magh Mela witness this unbroken flame, they are enveloped in a sense of awe. The flame, flickering at a height, sparks curiosity and reverence alike. Some ask how it continues to burn for so many years, others view it as a miracle of devotion or the power of tradition.
Mahant Ramdas describes the pavilion as a beacon of spiritual practice. Deoraha Baba's tradition emphasizes humility, devotion, and service over display. Pilgrims visiting this shrine feel tranquility and partake in the ever-running community meal, which embodies the spirit of equality and hospitality.
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Amongst the bustling pavilions of the Jhusi area, Ramdas's pavilion stands unique. Where others echo with noise and crowds, here a serene pause invites reflection. Visitors linger, gaze at the eternal flame, and depart introspective.
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Prayagraj's annual Magh Mela emerges as a transient city, setting up and dispersing afterward, yet Ramdas's pavilion remains as its enduring soul. It stands resilient, withstanding the tests of flood, weather, and time.
In the convergence of the four-story unwavering flame, two decades of continuity, and the teachings of Deoraha Baba, a legendary tale is crafted. A narrative that beckons new devotees each year, reinforcing age-old faith.
