Kumbh Mela 2025 History, Significance and Shahi Snan Dates

The Uttar Pradesh government allotted Rs 2,500 crore for Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 preparations in its budget.

The Yogi government is implementing new measures to give a divine and grand look to the upcoming Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. One of these steps includes constructing the Ganga Path along the banks of the Ganges at a cost of ₹95 crore.

This new pathway will help ease traffic congestion, providing relief to over 41 crore tourists and devotees visiting the event.

A selfie point will also be created along the road, allowing visitors to capture memorable moments during the event.

Kumbh Mela 2025 Detail

Kumbh Mela is very important in Hinduism. It is held every three years, rotating between four places: Prayagraj, Haridwar, Nashik and Ujjain. The Ardh Kumbh happens every 6 years and the Maha Kumbh is held every 12 years in Prayagraj. The upcoming Maha Kumbh will be in Prayagraj in 2025.

The Yogi government is actively preparing to make the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, set for January, a grand event. A special “Sanskriti Village” will be created to highlight spirituality and culture. Spread over 5 acres, this village will host events for 45 days, allowing devotees to experience Sanatan traditions.

The Sanskriti Village will also feature Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) displays of the cultural, spiritual and historical aspects of Maha Kumbh. In the fairgrounds, 30 large gates based on spiritual themes like Trishul, Swastika, Kalpvriksha and Damru will also be built.

Kumbh Mela Dates 2025

The Maha Kumbh Mela in 2025 will be held in Prayagraj, from January 13 (Paush Purnima) to February 26, 2025 (Maha Shivratri).

The position of Jupiter (Devguru) and the Sun decides when and where the Kumbh Mela will be held. Here’s how their movement affects the location:

Maha Kumbh Mela Snan Dates 2025

The important dates of Kumbh Mela Shahi Snan are given below.

Places to Stay in Prayagraj

• Hotel Royal Galaxy Prayagraj
• Hotel Suncity
• Hotel Vidya
• Hotel Utsav
• Hotel Ramesh Palace

You can also book your stay in Lucknow. Some popular accommodation options in Lucknow are given below.

• Krishna Kumar Kanak Devi Dharmarth Dharamshala
• Hotel Alfa In Charbagh
• Roop Guest House
• Hotel Gomti

Kumbh Mela Location

The Kumbh Mela is one of the largest religious gatherings in the world and it takes place at four important places in India.

• Prayagraj (Allahabad): The confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna and the mythical Sarasvati rivers. It hosts the Kumbh Mela every 12 years.
• Haridwar: Located in Uttarakhand, where the Ganges river leaves the Himalayan mountains. It hosts the Kumbh Mela every 12 years.
• Ujjain: Located in Madhya Pradesh, on the banks of the Shipra River. Ujjain hosts the Kumbh Mela every 12 years.
• Nasik: Located in Maharashtra, on the banks of the Godavari river. The Kumbh Mela is held here every 12 years.

History of Maha Kumbh Mela

The story of the Maha Kumbh Mela comes from the myth of Samudra Manthan, a fight between the gods and the demons. According to the legend, during the churning of the ocean, both sides fought for 12 days to get the Amrit (nectar of immortality).

While fighting, some drops of the Amrit fell at four places on Earth: Prayagraj, Ujjain, Haridwar and Nashik. These places are considered holy and the Kumbh Mela is held at these locations to celebrate the event.

Types of Kumbh Mela

The four types of Kumbh Melas conducted in India are as follows:

1. Maha Kumbh Mela: The Maha Kumbh Mela, which occurs every 144 years or after 12 Purna Kumbh Mela, is conducted only in Prayagraj (Allahabad).
2. Purna Kumbh Mela: The Purna Kumbh Mela takes place in the four holy cities of India: Allahabad, Haridwar, Nasik and Ujjain. It takes place every 12 years in these four locations.
3. Ardh Kumbh Mela: The Ardh Kumbh Mela is also known as Half Kumbh, which refers to the second half of a calendar year. The Ardh Kumbh Mela takes place every six years in only two holy cities: Haridwar and Prayagraj.
4. Magh Kumbh Mela: The Magh Kumbh Mela, also known as the Mini Kumbh, is held every year at Prayagraj (Allahabad). The celebration takes place during the Hindu calendar month of Magh, which runs from mid-January to the end of February. According to mythology, the Magh Mela is believed to be the beginning of the universe because it takes place at the confluence of three holy rivers known as Triveni Sangam.

Religious, Cultural & Historical Significance of Kumbh Mela

The Kumbh Mela is a major festival in India, with religious, cultural and historical importance. It is a religious gathering where thousands of people bathe in holy rivers, thinking that doing so will wash them of their sins and provide them spiritual peace. The festival reflects India’s rich tradition and unity.

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