Two Pilgrimages, Two Worlds: The Camino de Santiago and the Kumbh Mela

In my journey as a pilgrim, I’ve walked the tranquil paths of the Camino de Santiago and, more recently, immersed myself in the vibrant energy of the Kumbh Mela. Both are pilgrimages in every sense of the word, yet their contrasts couldn’t be starker.

One whispers to the soul; the other roars with the collective voice of Bharat’s humanity.

What could this country become if we all worked and lived in peace in the same spirit of the Kumbh?

While many feel it reflects the punch of exclusive faith, to me it reflects the beating heart of Bharat that loves all its children unconditionally, just as the the Ganges pours its life-giving water to all, the spirituality and soul of India cannot be contained, labelled or constricted.

The Camino: A Quiet Conversation

Walking the Camino is like stepping into a long, slow conversation with yourself and the world around you. The rhythm of your feet on the gravel, the golden light of dawn, and the simplicity of carrying everything you need on your back strips life down to its essence.