MahaKumbh 2025 : Kumbh Mela is among the biggest Hindu celebrations that takes place at least every 3 years across India. It is a month-long festival of bathing that sees millions of Hindus come together to cleanse their bodies in holy rivers.

The festival is observed in four places: Haridwar, Ujjain, Nashik and Allahabad. One of the distinctive aspects that is unique to Kumbh Mela Kumbh Mela is the presence of monks in bare clothes. 

At the beginning there was a bloody conflict between the gods and demons over the pitcher that contained nectar, Amrit.

The significance of the event lies due to the massive of pilgrimage and the huge crowd that is expected to be there.

The holy bathing ritual of the holy rivers is a custom for Hindus and this ritual gives them the chance to purify themselves and wash away their transgressions.

 

Last Maha Kumbh 2013

Alongside each 12th year there is also an Ardh Kumbh can also be celebrated in Prayag in intervals of six years, between two Kumbh celebrations.

Following the 2013 MahaKumbh 2013, it was announced that the Ardh Kumbh Mela began to be held in Prayag in 2019 and Prayag is the location. MahaKumbh 2025 Mela is scheduled again in Jan 2025.

The devotion and faith of this festival is huge in the magnitude of the event. It was the last occasion that Maha Kumbh Mela was held was 2013 and ended on the 10th of March. Maha Kumbh Mela could return to Allahabad in 2025.

If you’re planning to attend this event, ensure to sign up in advance. Be aware that due to the outbreak there could be some restrictions on Maha Kumbh Mela even in 2025.

History behind Mahakumbh Event

In Hindu Holy Text Veda, it is mentioned that, Vishnu spilled drops of amrita (the drink of immortality) at four locations, when he carried it to the form of a Kumbha (pot). These four sites, including Prayagraj is identified as the current locations that are part of Kumbh Mela.

The fair on the river at Prayagraj is a long-standing tradition however its connection to the myth of the kumbha and a cycle that dates back 12 years to the 19th century.

The priests from Prayagraj took these ideas in The Haridwar Kumbh Mela and applied it to their own local Magh Mela the annual celebration.

The Magh Mela is believed to date to the first century CE as it is mentioned in a number of Puranas.

Mahakumbh 2025 Snan dates

The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 will commence at the 13th of January, 2025 beginning with the Paush Purnima Snan and this will end on February 26, 2025.

Participating in the Kumbh Mela festival is an once in a lifetime chance for many. It can be a bit overwhelming at times when you have to contend with the huge crowd, however it’s an amazing experience in general.

Keep hydrated, because that’s the most important element of the experience you’re traveling, participating or participating at Maha Kumbh Mela.

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Important Bathing Dates

• 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

What is Science behind Kumbh Mela ?

There are a myriad of scientific reasons that are the basis of Kumbh Mela:

Kumbh Mela is a festival that takes place in the month of May. Kumbh Mela is organized depending on the location that Jupiter, the Sun, Moon, and Jupiter.

If Jupiter has entered Capricorn as well as when the Sun as well as the Moon are in favorable positions Maha Kumbh occurs. This occurs once every 144 years.

A knowledge of geomagnetic and geography forces from the past of India can be used to help organize Kumbh Mela. The fair is that is held at the confluence of rivers is thought to be good to advance spiritually.

Researchers believe that the 45-day ritual of Kalpvas improves the immunity of individuals. There is a exchange of microorganisms and microbes between the Kalpvasis which boosts their immune system.

The people who attend Kumbh Mela feel calm and peaceful physical energy as well as spiritual energy.

Some more facts about Kumbh Mela:

All religions are represented with all religions in Kumbh Mela.

Sadhu saints, saints, ascetics Aspiring-Kalpvasis, visitors, and saints take part in Kumbh Mela.

Kumbh Mela is a festival that Kumbh Mela is attended by millions of people, regardless of caste, creed or gender.

Kumbh Mela is a festival that takes place in India. Kumbh Mela is held every four years, rotating between Allahabad, Haridwar, Ujjain and Nashik.

May all souls on earth get enlightened with the blessings of Siddha of Mahakumbh 2025.

Love & Light,

Nirav Hiingu