The grand Mahakumbh 2025 began in Prayagraj on January 13, 2025, and will conclude on February 26, 2025, coinciding with Mahashivratri. Among the three scheduled Amrit Snans, one has already taken place on Makar Sankranti (January 14, 2025). Devotees now eagerly await the remaining two Amrit Snans and three other significant bathing dates.
Bathing Dates Completed
- January 13, 2025 (Paush Purnima) – Snan
- January 14, 2025 (Makar Sankranti) – Amrit Snan
Upcoming Bathing Dates
- January 29, 2025 (Mauni Amavasya) – Amrit Snan
- February 3, 2025 (Basant Panchami) – Amrit Snan
- February 12, 2025 (Maghi Purnima) – Snan
- February 26, 2025 (Mahashivratri) – Snan
Significance and Venues of Mahakumbh
The Mahakumbh occurs every 12 years at four sacred riverbanks and pilgrimage sites:
- Prayagraj: The confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and mythical Saraswati
- Haridwar: Along the Ganga River
- Ujjain: Along the Shipra River
- Nashik: Along the Godavari River
This year’s event, held at the confluence in Prayagraj, symbolizes devotion, spirituality, and religious unity, attracting millions of pilgrims from across the globe.