Mahakumbh Mela 2025 will be held in Prayagraj, India from 13 January to 26 February 2025. This event is not only a symbol of the rich culture and tradition of India, but it is also a great spiritual festival, which attracts devotees from all over the world. Held once in 12 years at the sacred confluence of rivers Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati, this Mahakumbh is a unique confluence of faith, devotion and spirituality.
Mahakumbh of 2025: Special auspicious yoga and significance
The Mahakumbh of 2025 is special because its first day is blessed with two auspicious combinations:
- Paush Purnima: Bathing and charity on this day are considered especially auspicious.
- Ravi Yoga: This auspicious yoga will last from 7:15 am to 10:38 am, which will make this day more holy and fruitful.
Bathing in Ganga during Mahakumbh destroys sins and opens the way to attain salvation.
Main bathing festivals of Mahakumbh 2025 (Snan Dates)
There are six major bathing festivals in Mahakumbh, which are considered extremely important for spiritual benefits:
- 13 January – Paush Purnima
- Importance: Ideal for self-purification and purity.
- 14 January – Makar Sankranti
- Importance: Bathing and charity on this day destroy sins.
- Donation: Donating sesame seeds, jaggery, warm clothes, and food is considered auspicious.
- 29 January – Mauni Amavasya
- Significance: Special day for attaining salvation. There is importance of keeping silence and fasting.
- 3 February – Vasant Panchami
- Significance: Festival of welcoming spring. Bathing on this day brings special virtue.
- 12 February – Maghi Purnima
- Significance: This date is already considered auspicious, and its importance increases in Mahakumbh.
- 26 February – Mahashivratri
- Significance: Last bathing festival of Mahakumbh. Worship of Lord Shiva and fasting on this day has special significance.
Importance of bathing in Brahma Muhurta
On these special days of Mahakumbh, taking bath in Brahma Muhurta is considered most auspicious and beneficial. Brahma Muhurta is the time before sunrise, which is ideal for spiritual benefits.
At the time of Brahma Muhurta:
- January 13 and 14: 5:27 am to 6:21 am.
- January 29: 5:25 am to 6:18 am.
- February 3: 5:23 am to 6:16 am.
- February 12: 5:19 am to 6:10 am.
- February 26: 5:09 am to 5:59 am.
Importance of Mahakumbh
- Spiritual purification: Bathing in the Ganges destroys a person’s sins and purifies the soul.
- Religious faith: In Mahakumbh, crores of devotees experience religion and faith by bathing together at the Sangam.
- Culture and Tradition: This fair brings alive Indian culture, tradition, and spirituality.
- Harmony and Unity: People from all over the world bathe here together irrespective of religion, caste and language and give the message of goodwill and unity.
- Attainment of salvation: It is believed that by taking bath in the Ganga in Mahakumbh, a person attains salvation.
Suggestions for devotees coming to Mahakumbh
- Take care of your health: Wear comfortable shoes to avoid long walks and crowds.
- Take care of security: Be alert for the safety of your belongings.
- Follow religious rules: Follow religious rules of bathing and charity.
- Carry a water bottle and essentials: Carry water and snacks during the journey.
