Colourful Processions Dot Prayagraj As Sadhus Arrive For Maha Kumbh Mela: Pics

Sadhus from different 'akharas' or sects have started to arrive in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj for the Maha Kumbh Mela, which takes place once in 12 years, starting from January 13.

Sadhus participate in processions marking their entry in Prayagraj ahead of Maha Kumbh Mela 2025.

Sadhus from 'Shri Panch Digambar Ani Akhara', 'Shri Panch Nirmohi Ani Akhara', and 'Shri Panch Nirvani Ani Akhara' participate in the 'Chavni Pravesh', the royal entry procession for Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, towards Sangam in Prayagraj. Image: PTI

Hindu seers from 'Shri Digambar Akhara' participate in the 'Peshwai' procession, marking the arrival of sadhus and other members of an 'akhara' or sect for the annual pilgrimage in Prayagraj. Image: PTI

The Maha Kumbh Mela, which is held every 12 years, will begin on January 13 and will continue till February 26. Image: PTI

Around 40 to 50 crore people are expected to visit the pilgrimage site to take a dip in the holy water during the Maha Kumbh Mela, said Uttar Pradesh DGP Prashant Kumar. Image: PTI

To manage the heavy influx of pilgrims, the Prayagraj police have issued a 31-page advisory with restrictions and regulations spanning seven districts. Image: PTI

Mauni Amavasya will be the biggest of all the days with the largest bathing ritual, while others being Paush Purnima, Makar Sankranti, Basant Panchami, Maghi Purnima, and Maha Shivratri. Image: PTI