Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Meet 'Kabooter Wale Baba' - the sage with a pigeon

File photo of Kabooter Wale Baba from the previous Kumbh mela

As the preparations for the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj unfold, the event has already started attracting unique and fascinating saints. Among the many mystics present, one stands out – a sage popularly known as Kabooter Wale Baba.

This extraordinary holy man has been carrying a pigeon on his head for several years, drawing the curiosity and devotion of countless pilgrims. The pigeon, which accompanied him during the last Kumbh, has returned with him for the Maha Kumbh this year, becoming a symbol of his spiritual journey.

Kabooter Wale Baba hails from Chittorgarh, Rajasthan, where he is often seen wandering and spreading his teachings. His arrival at the Maha Kumbh, along with his feathered companion, has become a point of attraction, gathering large crowds of devotees eager to catch a glimpse of the Baba and his loyal pigeon.

The sight of Kabooter Wale Baba with his pigeon is not just a testament to his unique way of life but also adds to the diverse and vibrant spiritual tapestry that the Maha Kumbh Mela is known for. Devotees are flocking to him, believing his presence and the story of his pigeon bring blessings and a deeper connection to the divine.