As we know The Maha Kumbh Mela is going to be held at Prayagraj From January 13, 2025, to February 26, 2025. The Maha Kumbh Mela is going to be the biggest human gathering of the year 2025 and about 40-50 crore people will take part in it. The oldest Akhara Shri Panchdashnaam Avahan Akhara is going to take part in Prayagraj, Maha Kumbh Mela 2025.
Many Saints, Regional Leaders, Gurus and Mahants will also take part in it. 13 Akharas of Maha Kumbh from all over India also take part in Kumbh Mela.
Shri Panchdashnaam Avahan Akhara is the oldest Akhara.
Here is the list of some of the 13 Akharas of Kumbh mela 2025.
- Niranjani Akhara
- Juna Akhara
- Avahan Akhara
- Anand Akhara
- Agni Akhar
- Naya Udasin Akhara
- Kinnar Akhada
History of Shri Panchdashnaam Avahan Akhara
The Shri Panch Dashnam Avahan Akhara is the first and foremost akhara of the Sanatani Hindu Religion established in the 6th century.
It is believed that Avahan Akhara was established in the year 547 by Adi Guru Shankaracharya. After establishing 4 mutts near 4 Dhams [Badrinath, Puri, Dwarka and Rameshwaram] Adi Guru Shankaracharya established Avahan Akhara to protect that mutts.
At the time of establishment, there were 52000 saint soldiers involved with Avahan Akhara.
Overview of Shri Panchdashnaam Avahan Akhara
Saints of Avahan Akhara worship lord Shiva and their prime god is Lord Ganesha.
Ahvahan Akhara was formerly known as Akhanda Akhara.
The full name of Ahvan Akhara is “Shree Shambhu Panchdashnam Ahvan Akhara”. Saint of “Shaiv Sampraday” are engaged with Ahvan Akhara.
Ahvan means a call, or summons which means the saints are prepared to fight the battle if someone is trying to harm their religion.
The headquarters of Ahvan Akhara is at Dashashwamedh Ghat, Kashi, Varanasi.
40000 saints of Avahan Akhara died in the battle of Rani Lakshmi bai vs Britishers from Lakshmibai side.
Rituals Performed by Shri Panchdashnaam Avahan Akhara
Here is a list of religious activities that saints of Avahan Akhara perform during Kumbh Mela.
- Shahi Snan
- Updesh
- Yogas
- Religious Discourses
- Shahi reli
- Vedic Chanting
Saints come here to know other people regarding their culture, Life cycle, Daily Activities and Updesh.
Other Facts About Shri Panchdashnaam Avahan Akhara
Education related to weapons like swords and archers is given at Ahvan Akhara.
There is a fire in Avahan Akhara called Dhuni which has been around for the last 1500 years. Dhuni is a symbol of activeness and continuity that they believe that it can not be ended.
A Dhwaja in all Akharas represents Power, prime God and Respect. The length of all Dhwajas is 52 Haths[Hands]. The Colour of Dhwaja differs from Akhara to Akhara but the length remains the same. The meaning of Dhwaja is Continuous Dynamic. The Dhwaja flows in four directions with four stands.
To visit Avahan Akhara you need to get permission First, you cannot enter Akhara without having prior authorization.
Saint of Ahvan Akhara wear Bhabhuti on their body as clothes that’s why they are also called “Naga Sadhus’ but to come to human gatherings and meet local people they wear suitable clothes for convenience.
Saints of Shri Panchdashnaam Akhara
Main Commander: Shree Bharadwaj Giri Maharaj
National General Minister: Shree Satya Giri Maharaj
Mahant: Shree Vedgiri Maharaj
There is a saint in Ahvan Akhara and his name is Rudraksh Baba, he wears 225000 Rudrakshs on his head which weights 45 kg he worships for 12 hours a day and he is also known as “Hathyogi” for his oath.
Accommodations Near Ahvan Akhara
Here is the list of best stay options that you can refer to for your journey. Shri Panchdashnaam Ahvan Akhara is situated near Triveni Sangam Prayagraj and you can book your stay near Triveni Sangam to get blessings and gyan from saints of Ahvan Akhatra.
