The Maha Kumbh Mela is one of the biggest festivals in Hinduism and it happens once in twelve years. These descend into millions of pilgrims and seekers of God to the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, where the rivers Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati join. The 2025 Maha Kumbh Mela will start on January 13 with the Paush Purnima Snan and end on February 26 with Maha Shivratri. This legendary will be celebrated at the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj. As one of the most popular ancient Indian festivals this grand event gives the devotees a chance to wash away all their sins and achieve Moksha, which means being liberated.
Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Important Bathing Dates
| Event | Date and Time |
| Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 Starts | January 13, 2025 |
| Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 Ends | February 26, 2025 |
| Paush Purnima | January 13, 2025 |
| Makar Sankranti (First Shahi Snan) | January 14, 2025 |
| Mauni Amavasya (Second Shahi Snan) | January 29, 2025 |
| Basant Panchami (Third Shahi Snan) | February 3, 2025 |
| Maghi Purnima | February 12, 2025 |
| Maha Shivratri | February 26, 2025 |
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Maha Kumbh Mela: History
The origins of the Kumbh Mela are linked to the story of Samudra Manthan (churning of the ocean). According to Hindu scriptures, drops of the nectar of immortality fell at four locations—Prayagraj, Haridwar, Nashik, and Ujjain—making these sites sacred. Each of these locations hosts the Kumbh Mela on a rotational basis, influenced by specific planetary alignments.Preparations for Maha Kumbh Mela 2025.
Extensive preparations are underway to ensure the smooth organisation of the 2025 Maha Kumbh Mela. Over 15 state government departments, with assistance from Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), are involved in completing more than 500 infrastructure projects. The event is expected to be significantly larger than the previous Maha Kumbh in 2012, with improvements in facilities, safety, and hygiene to accommodate millions of devotees.
The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 promises to be a spiritually enriching experience, bringing together faith, culture, and devotion on an unparalleled scale. Mark your calendars and prepare to witness this timeless celebration of Hindu spirituality.
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