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