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

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References

  1. ISBN 9788171677634
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  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.
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