Kumbh Mela 2025: Know The Exact Dates From The Start To The Shahi Snan
Kumbh Mela 2025: The Maha Kumbh will begin on January 29, 2025. Learn about the significance of the royal bath which is commonly known as Shahi Snan and its importance at the Kumbh held in Prayagraj.
Kumbh Mela 2025: Kumbh Mela is held every 3 years, the Ardh Kumbh Mela every 6 years, and the Maha Kumbh Mela every 12 years. The last Maha Kumbh Mela took place in 2013, followed by the Ardh Kumbh Mela in 2019. After these, the Maha Kumbh Mela is set to take place in 2025, and it is expected to be grand. Let’s learn some important details about the Maha Kumbh 2025.
The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 will be held in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, on January 29, 2025, during the Siddhi Yog. For those who follow Sanatan Dharma, it is the biggest celebration, drawing a crowd of saints, sages, and devotees from around the world. The sight of the Maha Kumbh is like a convergence of people from all corners of the earth, as if thousands of rivers are meeting at a single point. This holy gathering is so immense that everyone wishes to take a dip, which is why it is also called the 'Mahasangam.' The Maha Kumbh will be held from January 29, 2025, to March 8, 2025.
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Shahi Snan 2024 Date
- January 13: The first royal bath of Maha Kumbh 2025 will take place on January 13, which is also the occasion of Paush Purnima.
- January 14: A grand royal bath will be held on the auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti.
- January 29: On January 29, there will be a royal bath on the occasion of Mauni Amavasya.
- February 3: On February 3, there will be a royal bath on the occasion of Basant Panchami.
- February 12: A royal bath will also be held on the auspicious occasion of Magh Purnima.
- February 26: A royal bath will be held on the occasion of Maha Shivaratri.
Where Will The Maha Kumbh 2025 Be Held?
The Maha Kumbh 2025 is primarily held at four locations:
- Haridwar: The Kumbh Mela is held in Haridwar when the Sun is in Aries and Jupiter is in Aquarius.
- Prayagraj: The Maha Kumbh is held in Prayagraj when the Sun is in Capricorn.
- Nashik: The Maha Kumbh Mela is organized in Nashik when the Sun and Jupiter are in certain positions.
- Ujjain: The Maha Kumbh is held in Ujjain when Jupiter is in Leo and the Sun is in Aries.
Kumbh 2024 Importance
The origin of the Kumbh is very ancient, dating back to the time of the churning of the ocean when a battle took place between the gods and demons over the pot of nectar. Kumbh holds special significance for Hindus. Every Kumbh, millions of devotees come to participate in this grand festival. In the 2003 Kumbh Mela held in Haridwar, over 10 million people attended. The biggest highlight of the Kumbh is the presence of miraculous saints and sages, whose darshan is rare. The greatest significance of the Maha Kumbh is the unique experience it offers to those who participate. It is believed that bathing during the Kumbh helps one to be freed from all sins, leading the person towards liberation (moksha). The Maha Kumbh is filled with miracles, such as a city coming up overnight on the banks of the Ganga, with people arriving from all over the world.
How Many Shahi Snan Are There In Kumbh Mela 2024?
In Maha Kumbh 2025, there will be six royal baths on different occasions.
When Is The Next Shahi Snan?
The next royal bath after January 13, 2025, will be on January 14, 2025, Tuesday. This day will also celebrate the festival of Makar Sankranti. According to the Panchang, there will also be a royal bath on January 29, 2025, Wednesday, on the occasion of Mauni Amavasya.
When Is Kumbh Nahan?
The Maha Kumbh was held in Prayagraj in 2013. After that, the Ardh Kumbh Mela was organised in 2019. This time, the Maha Kumbh will be held in 2025. The Mahasangam will begin on January 29, 2025, Wednesday, during Siddhi Yog.
Where Is The Largest Kumbh Mela Held?
According to the Encyclopedia Britannica, over 200 million Hindus attended the Prayag Kumbh Mela in 2019. It was the largest Kumbh Mela ever held.
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