Kumbh Mela (Sanskrit: Kumbha Mēlā pronounced [kʊˈmbʰᵊ melaː]; lit. ' festival of the Sacred Pitcher ' [1]) is an important Hindu pilgrimage, celebrated approximately every 6 and 12 years, correlated with the partial or full revolution of Jupiter and representing the largest human gathering in the world. [2] [3] [4]

The Maha Kumbh Mela (the festival of the sacred pitcher) is anchored in Hindu mythology. It is the world’s largest public gathering and collective act of faith. This congregation, primarily, includes Ascetics, Saints, Sadhus, Sadhvis, Kalpvasis and Pilgrims from all walks of life.

Jan 13, 2025 · The Maha Kumbh Mela, the world’s largest religious gathering, has begun in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj from January 13 to February 26. The congregation holds immense importance for Hindu devotees, who flock to the city for a holy dip at the Sangam.

The 2025 Prayag Maha Kumbh Mela, also referred to as the 2025 Prayag Kumbh Mela, is the ongoing iteration of the Kumbh Mela, a Hindu pilgrimage festival celebrating a full orbital revolution of Jupiter around the Sun. It is scheduled from 13 January to 26 February 2025, at the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India.

The Maha Kumbh Mela, India's largest religious gathering, attracts millions of devotees. This over month-long festival features the creation of an extensive tented city, complete with cottages, huts, platforms, and a full range of civic, administrative, and security services, meticulously organized by the government, local authorities, and police.

The Maha Kumbh Mela (festival of sacred pitcher) is anchored in Hindu mythology. It is the world’s largest public gathering and collective act of faith. ... I am very impressed by the preparations for Kumbh 2019 and the efforts taken by the Governments of India and Uttar Pradesh to arrange this visit. The preparations indicate the massive ...

5 days ago · Discover the spiritual significance of Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, the largest religious gathering on earth, held in Prayagraj. Learn about its ancient traditions, rituals, and the divine confluence of millions of pilgrims in this once-in-a-lifetime event.

Oct 7, 2024 · In 2025, millions of devotees from around the world will converge at Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, to partake in the Maha Kumbh Mela, one of the most significant religious events in Hinduism. This sacred event occurs every 12 years and is rooted in the ancient mythology of the Samudra Manthan —a cosmic battle between the gods and demons over the ...

Jan 7, 2025 · Prayagraj, holds a sacred significance as the confluence point of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers, making it one of the pivotal destinations during the upcoming Maha Kumbh Mela in 2025. This historic city in the state of Uttar Pradesh is a veritable treasure trove for Hindu pilgrims and history enthusiasts alike.

Jan 13, 2025 · The Maha Kumbh Mela is the largest religious congregation in India, attended by millions. The over month-long fair is marked by the construction of a massive tented township, complete with cottages, huts, platforms, civic facilities, administrative and security measures.