Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday said that more than eight lakh devotees visited the Kamakhya Temple during this year’s Ambubachi Mahayog, marking one of the largest gatherings in the festival’s history. He described the massive turnout as a reflection of Assam’s deep-rooted spiritual heritage and the continued significance of the Sanatan tradition.

In a post on social media, Sarma greeted devotees with “Jai Maa Kamakhya” and said that the presence of lakhs of pilgrims had transformed the Kamakhya Temple on Nilachal Hills into a major confluence of faith. He added that devotees from across India and abroad participated in the annual event, highlighting its growing religious and cultural importance.

The Chief Minister said the scale of participation demonstrated the enduring spiritual power associated with the temple, calling the gathering a living expression of Assam’s religious identity. He noted that the festival continues to draw increasing attention each year, reinforcing its status as one of the most significant events in the region’s religious calendar.

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The Ambubachi Mahayog at the Kamakhya Temple, one of the most prominent Shakti Peethas in India, marks the symbolic observance of the annual menstruation of Goddess Kamakhya. During the festival, the temple remains closed for three days and reopens on the fourth day following traditional rituals, after which devotees are allowed to offer prayers.

Authorities said extensive arrangements were made by the Assam government to manage the large influx of pilgrims, including security deployment, traffic regulation, sanitation services, and medical facilities. Multiple departments coordinated efforts to ensure smooth crowd management and provide support to visitors during the festival period.

Officials noted that the record footfall is expected to further boost religious tourism in the state and enhance the national and international visibility of the Ambubachi Mahayog. The event continues to be a major spiritual and cultural attraction, drawing ascetics, devotees, and tourists from across the world each year.

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