The Kumbh Mela (congregation), organized after every 12 years in four cities of India, Haridwar Ujjain, Nasik, Allahabad on the bank of sacred rivers Ganga, Shipra, Godavari, and confluence of Ganga and Yamuna respectively. This is the largest congregation of faith and can be considered as one of the biggest religious events on our planet earth. A dip in the holy river during this period is regarded as very auspicious and believed to purify one's soul and lead to the righteous path. The Mela begins on the auspicious day of Makar Sankranti that falls on 14th January and draws to close around mid April. It draws millions of pilgrims over the course of this period including Ascetics, Saints, Sadhus, Sadhvis, Kalpvasis, and foreigners from various countries of the world. In the holy city of Hardwar, on the bank of sacred river Ganga, Kumbh Mela, was successfully organized in the year 2010. Managing millions of pilgrims in a small city was an arduous task due to geographical and other hurdles. As a Chief Minister of State Dr. Ramesh Pokhriyal "Nishank" was instrumental in organizing the event successfully. The success of Haridwar Kumbh congregation was highly appreciated on various fronts and won several accolades including a nomination for the prestigious Nobel prize. Taking cognizance of the repeated demands from India, UNESCO has declared Kumbh congregation as a world cultural heritage event that is attended by millions of believers of Hindu faith in disciplined and peaceful manner. For this reason, Kumbh 2010 came into the limelight once again, when people were overwhelmed with joy at the sensitivity of the "Nishank" Government to facilitate their needs. This book is inspired by a lecture in ISB Hyderabad where the students, faculty, and the director unanimously vouched for the idea that the story of this festival and its management should see the light of the day and be known to the whole world. Organizing this mega event required various innovative measures and enormous strategic planning and the same need to been shared. The idea is that this present book on the managerial perspective of the Kumbh will benefit all those interested in India's glorious traditions and will be fruitful for all the stakeholders who are involved in organizing mega-events like Kumbh.

The Padma Maha Puran, a tale of lore, Of Vishnu’s deeds, and much more. From creation’s bloom to dharma’s path, In every story, wisdom’s bath. Tales of sages, kings, and divine, In Padma’s verses, truths align. Devotion and virtue, it does extol, In Vishnu’s embrace, find the soul.

The reader will enjoy reading this book of beauty and joy. It will help you lead a happy, balanced life with love, peace, compassion, and harmony. The book is full of scientific, spiritual knowledge and wisdom of our true self and the reality of nature. Remember ‘You Are what you Practice! The meditation techniques and spiritual practices mentioned in this book will make you feel the presence of your body, mind, and spirit in the present moment. You will be more focused on your creative activity, it will enrich your Soul. Also, inspire, motivate, and help improve your personality. You will learn the spiritual art of knowing, transforming, and enjoying the beauty of your true being. Spiritual wisdom guides you towards becoming superhuman by developing balance, the right mindset, skills, and strengths to pave your path through the turbulence of your inner and outer world. Today our world needs people to strive towards innovation, earn good merit, an abundance of material wellness and spiritual well-being who are friendly humane and possess love for nature. The transformation of individuals and collective to become global personalities is the solution for all worldly problems and the spiritual evolution of mankind. MahaGuruAnubhava – The Great Master’s Divine Experience ……………………………………………………………….. 28 2. MahaPurushartha – The Great Glorious Spiritual Personality. Ideal Model for Glorious Integral Personality Development ………………………… 38 3. MahaUtthan – The Great Spiritual Upliftment. Ideal Path of Divine Spiritual Ascent…………………………………… 47 4. MahaMantras, MahaYantras, MahaTantras, MahaShlokas – The Great Spiritual Power Boosters…………….. 58 5. MahaBodhVakyas – The Great Life Quotes ……………………….. 101 6. MahaAtmanubhuti – The Great Self-Realization. Dharana – Dhyana – Samadhi (Concentration – Meditation – Liberation) ……………………………………………………. 136 7. MahaGunaDharma – The Great Spiritual Qualities. The Integral Global Personality Development …………………… 153 8. MahaSatsang – MahaUtsav – The Great Spiritual Collective Joyous Celebrations. Art, Music, Creativity, Singing, Dancing, Wellness, and Wellbeing ………………………. 159 9. MahaBhajans – MahaAartis – Sublime Divine Harmony …… 166 10. MahaPrarthana- MahaStuti – MahaPratidnya – The Great Prayers – Praise – Affirmations …………………………. 171 11. MahaAdhyatmaSadhana – The Great Spiritual practice. Spiritual Healing & wellbeing…………………………………………… 185 12. MahaParivartana – Naad-Brahman Synchronous Resonance Transcendence Art. The Great Zero-Point Power Transformation. Incredible Turning Point………………. 196 13. MahaSadhaka – MahaSatsangSeva – MahaGuruKripa – MahaAvahana – The Great Spiritual Seeking and Practice – Divine Collective Service – MahaGuru’s Divine Blessings – Great Appeal………………………………………… 227

The Narad Maha Puran, a tale of devotion, Of Narad’s wisdom, and pure emotion. From tales of gods to dharma’s call, In Narad’s stories, lessons for all. Sage Narad’s travels, spreading divine, In every verse, bhakti’s shine. Devotion and music, it does extol, In Narad’s teachings, find the soul.