A grand event of Mahakumbh is going to be held in Prayagraj in a few days. Mahakumbh is considered the biggest religious festival in Hinduism, which is held once every 12 years at four major pilgrimage sites of the country—Prayagraj, Haridwar, Ujjain, and Nashik. This is the biggest fair of faith and religion. It is believed that bathing in the Sangam in Mahakumbh leads to salvation and all sins are destroyed.
Grandeur of Mahakumbh
In this fair, which is organized every 12 years, crores of devotees and saints from across the country and abroad gather on the banks of Sangam. This event not only holds religious significance but is also a symbol of our cultural and social heritage.
When is Mahakumbh starting?
Mahakumbh in Prayagraj 13 January 2025 Will start on the day of Paush Purnima and 26 February 2025 It will end on the day of Mahashivratri. In this 45 day long fair, about 40 crore devotees Will take a holy dip in the Sangam.
Special instructions for householders in Mahakumbh
Kumbh Mela is a confluence of faith and purity. Householders i.e. married people should follow special rules while bathing here so that they can take full advantage of this religious experience.
1. Take care of purity:
Keep your mind and body pure before bathing. Take bath only with sacred feelings. Discard any type of inaccuracy.
2. Follow special rules:
Do not have any kind of bad thoughts or behavior while taking bath in Kumbh. This is the time for self-purification and meditation.
Dates of royal bath of Mahakumbh 2025
The dates of Shahi Snan are the main attraction of Mahakumbh. This time the royal bath will take place in Prayagraj on the following dates:
- 13 January 2025 – Paush Purnima
- 14 January 2025 – Makar Sankranti
- 29 January 2025 – Mauni Amavasya
- 3 February 2025 – Vasant Panchami
- 12 February 2025 – Magh Purnima
- 26 February 2025 – Mahashivratri
Importance of Mahakumbh
Mahakumbh is not just a religious event, but it is a festival of Indian culture, tradition, and social unity. The crores of devotees and saints who gather here present a living example of spirituality.
If you are also planning to go to Mahakumbh, then strengthen your faith by taking a dip in the Sangam on these special dates.
