Shahi Snan
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Haridwar Ardh Kumbh 2027: Akhara Parishad announces Shahi Snans schedule, preparations underway
India | Sep 13, 2025, 02:36 PM ISTThough the Akhara Parishad has announced the dates, the Uttarakhand government is expected to officially declare the Ardh Kumbh 2027 calendar in the coming months.
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Mauni Amavasya Amrit Snan: Which Akhara to take first holy dip in Sangam today? Check timetable
Uttar Pradesh | Jan 29, 2025, 04:50 AM ISTMauni Amavasya Amrit Snan: On the second Amrit Snan day of the Mahakumbh, the revered Naga Sadhus have been granted the privilege of taking the first holy dip at the Triveni Sangam. However, there has been a change in the traditional order of some Akharas for the holy dip.
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Mahakumbh 2025: Indian Railways to operate special trains every 4 minutes for Mauni Amavasya
Uttar Pradesh | Jan 28, 2025, 08:02 PM ISTMahakumbh 2025: Indian Railways deployed special trains every 4 minutes for Mauni Amavasya on January 29. Over 15 crore devotees have already participated, with enhanced facilities ensuring smooth travel.
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Mahakumbh: Why 'Shahi Snan' became 'Amrit Snan'? Know reason, significance behind name change
India | Jan 16, 2025, 09:27 AM ISTMahakumbh 2025: The "Shahi Snan" was renamed as "Amrit Snan" this year. Let's reason and significance behind the name change.
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Mahakumbh 2025: When is next Amrit Snan? | Check key dates for Kumbh holy bath
Uttar Pradesh | Jan 15, 2025, 08:12 AM ISTMahakumbh 2025: The first Amrit Snan of the Mahakumbh 2025 has been successfully completed. Here's a guide to the next important Amrit Snan dates, as well as other key bathing dates during the Kumbh Mela.
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Mahakumbh 2025: This is how Triveni Sangam looked at early morning of Amrit Snan | Pics
India | Jan 14, 2025, 07:54 PM ISTOn Day 2 of the Mahakumbh 2025, over 3.5 crore devotees took Amrit Snan. Collectively, over 5 crore devotees have taken a holy dip in Mahakumbh. With this enthusiasm, the actual footfall would cross the estimated influx within the first 10 days.
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Mahakumbh First Amrit Snan: Timing, sequence of holy bath for all 13 Akharas on Makar Sankranti
Uttar Pradesh | Jan 14, 2025, 05:22 AM ISTMahakumbh 2025: Sadhus from the 13 akhadas of Sanatan Dharm will take a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam, the sacred confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mystical Saraswati rivers, during the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025.
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Mahakumbh First Amrit Snan: Over 3 crore devotees take holy dip in Sangam on Makar Sankranti
India | Jan 14, 2025, 05:58 PM ISTMahakumbh 2025: The Mahakumbh, being held after 12 years, will continue till February 26. More than 40 crore people, many from abroad, are expected over 45 days in the mela being held after 12 years.
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Mahakumbh: Experience holy dip at home, here's how to order sacred water from Sangam at doorstep
Uttar Pradesh | Jan 13, 2025, 01:03 PM ISTMahakumbh 2025: The month-long event, considered the world's largest human gathering, is anticipated to attract around 400 million visitors. It is expected to provide a significant boost to local trade, tourism, and employment.
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Mahakumbh: 1.5 crore devotees take holi dip on first day, CM Yogi lauds police, administration
India | Jan 13, 2025, 05:07 PM ISTMahakumbh 2025: The Mahakumbh Mela is being held in Prayagraj from January 13 to February 26. The Prayagraj Mela Authority has made all necessary arrangements, including setting up around 1.6 lakh tents for Kalpvasis along the banks of the Ganga, from Jhunsi to Fafamau.
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Mahakumbh 2025: Prayagraj set to create history by hosting world's largest fair today | Key details
Uttar Pradesh | Jan 13, 2025, 12:01 AM ISTMahakumbh 2025: The government has completed all preparations for the Mahakumbh which is set to commence in just a few hours from now. The government has set up an entire Mahakumbh Nagar which is ready to welcome over 35 crore people within a span of 45 days.
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Mahakumbh: Saints from North-Eastern states to become part of 'Shahi Snan' for first time
Uttar Pradesh | Jan 10, 2025, 12:53 PM ISTMahakumbh 2025: Regarding the arrangements at the fair, he mentioned that the arrangements are excellent. The Mela administration is making efforts to ensure that all the saints and sages are satisfied and have the necessary facilities.
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Mahakumbh: From Shahi snan to Maha Shivratri snan, know dates, history, significance of holy baths
Lifestyle | Jan 10, 2025, 12:49 PM ISTThe Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj, from January 13 to February 26, welcomes pilgrims seeking cleanliness and spiritual growth at the ancient Triveni Sangam.
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Mahakumbh 2025: '40 per cent more force deployed compared to 2019 Mela', says UP DGP Prashant Kumar
Uttar Pradesh | Jan 04, 2025, 06:50 PM ISTAhead of the Mahakumbh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh Police conducted extensive mock drills to ensure robust security. DGP Prashant Kumar confirmed that full security measures, including AI-powered cameras and drones, are in place to safeguard the millions of devotees attending the event.
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Haridwar Kumbh Mela to end on April 17: Niranjani Akhada
India | Apr 16, 2021, 01:51 PM ISTNiranjani Akhada said that Kumbh Mela will end on April 17, almost two weeks before the schedule.
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6 lakh people arrived this year for 'Baisakhi Snan': IG Kumbh Mela
News | Apr 14, 2021, 09:48 AM ISTTalking about the Kumbh Mela and 3rd "Shah Snan", IG Sanjay Gunjyal said that "Baisakhi Snan" is considered to be biggest among all holy snans of Kumbh.
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Amid surge in COVID-19 cases, devotees throng Haridwar's Har Ki Pauri ghat on third 'Shahi Snan'
India | Apr 14, 2021, 07:59 AM ISTKumbh is held periodically at four different locations in India -- Nashik, Haridwar, Prayagraj, and Ujjain. In normal circumstances, Kumbh continues for nearly four months but this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the duration of the congregation has been curtailed to one month.
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Kumbh: Over 30 lakh devotees take holy dip till 6 pm on second 'Shahi Snan'
India | Apr 13, 2021, 07:49 AM ISTA total of 31 lakh devotees took a holy dip on the occasion of the second 'Shahi Snan' at the Har Ki Pauri till six pm on Monday during the ongoing Kumbh Mela amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Massive crowds gather for Maha Kumbh; IG says 'difficult to ensure social distancing'
India | Apr 12, 2021, 10:49 AM ISTUttarakhand reported 1,333 new COVID-19 cases were reported on Sunday taking the total number of the cases in the state to 1,08,812. The active cases in the state now stand at 7,323.
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Locals allowed to take bath on days reserved for akharas till 7 am: Uttarakhand DGP
News | Apr 10, 2021, 08:40 PM ISTUttarakhand DGP Ashok Kumar on April 10 informed about the changes done in the ongoing Kumbh Mela amid rising cases of COVID-19.