The Maha Kumbh Mela still captures the whole world’s attention with various incidents being headliners and leading topics on social media. Internet users are eagerly watching the festival and sharing such stories from it.
Women Distributes Free Sanitary Napkins
A viral video captures women handing out sanitary pads to female devotees for free at Maha Kumbh Mela, breaking deep-rooted taboos that have long time been associated with menstruation. The footage, shared on Instagram by shethepeopletv, carried the caption, “At Kumbh Mela, women distributed free sanitary pads—breaking taboos in a place where periods are seen as ‘impure.’ Is it time we normalize menstruation everywhere? What are your thoughts?”
The video carries a group of women distributing sanitary pads. Their new initiative has earned widespread appreciation from social media users, who commended their bold step by saying that “women are taking incredible steps—so proud! Claim the unclaimed, ladies.” Another user appreciated, saying, “A round of applause for this great work.” Another user said, “Perfect place and timing to spread awareness.”
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Neem Stick Seller Earns Thousands
Another inspiring story is being shared by many, of a man who believes his girlfriend made him become successful in the Maha Kumbh Mela. A man selling neem chew sticks near the Sangam said that thanks to the girlfriend’s idea, he had been earning Rs 30,000 to Rs 40,000 in five days.
The video, shared by The Logical Indian, shows him saying, “I have already earned around Rs 30,000 to 40,000. This is my fifth day here. Sometimes it even goes up to Rs 9,000 or 10,000 at night, or Rs 5,000 or 6,000.” When asked who inspired him, he responded, “Brother, my girlfriend told me not to invest even a single rupee, just take it for free and earn money. And because of her, I’ve earned so much today. I respect her and everyone.”
Both incidents have been unique and inspiring moments coming out of the Maha Kumbh Mela, encapsulating the essence of awareness, entrepreneurship, and social change.