Peshwai Procession

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Peshwai Procession is a royal procession of the Naga Sadhus during Kumbh Mela. [1] The Peshwai marks the arrival of the members of an akhara or sect of sadhus at the Kumbh Mela. [2] The procession pomp and ceremony with elephants, and horses. During the procession, sadhus perform acrobatic skills and breathtaking display of their martial skills with the help of swords. [3]

The term Peshwai means the reception of a guest; the office or function of a Maratha chief (or Peshwa). [4]

Naga Sadhus at Kumbh Mela Kumbh-Mela-1998.jpg
Naga Sadhus at Kumbh Mela

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References

  1. Nandan, Jiwesh (2002). Mahakumbha: A Spiritual Journey. Rupa & Company. ISBN   9788171677634.
  2. "Sadhus astride elephants, horses at Maha Kumbh". Archived from the original on November 26, 2015.
  3. "Sangam: Peshwai processions adds to festive spirit | Allahabad News - Times of India". The Times of India . 12 January 2013.
  4. "Freedom Struggle in Uttar Pradesh: Bundelkhand and adjoining territories, 1857-59". 1959.