Kumbh Mela (Hindi: Kumbha Melā pronounced [kʊˈmbʰᵊ melaː]; lit. 'festival of the Sacred Pitcher'[1]) is an important Hindu pilgrimage, celebrated approximately every 6, 12 and 144 years, correlated with the partial or full revolution of Jupiter and representing the largest human gathering in the world. [2][3][4]

14 hours ago · A half ("Ard") Kumbh is held mid-way between two full Kumbhs. Officials say the 2025 festival is a Maha (Great) Kumbh Mela, which occurs only every 144 years, making it an even more significant event.

3 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.

1 day ago · At least 30 people have died during India's Kumbh Mela festival.. Held every 12 years, the Kumbh Mela, which lasts over six weeks, is thought to be the largest religious gathering in the world ...

Jan 16, 2025 · From January 13 to February 26 2025, over 400 million people will gather at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh to witness a cosmic convergence of faith and festivity. This is the greatest human gathering on earth, a colossal event that has captured the imagination of the world.

The 2025 Prayag Maha Kumbh Mela, also referred to as the 2025 Prayag Kumbh Mela, is the ongoing iteration of the Kumbh Mela. It is the world’s largest religious gathering, celebrating a full revolution of Jupiter. It is scheduled to take place from 13 January to 26 February 2025, at the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India. This ...

Oct 7, 2024 · Spanning from January 14 to February 26, 2025, the Kumbh Mela offers devotees an opportunity to cleanse their sins by taking a ritual dip at the Triveni Sangam, where the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati rivers meet.

3 days ago · The Kumbh Mela, which translates to “Festival of the Sacred Pitcher” (kumbh meaning “pitcher” and mela meaning “festival”), is one of the most sacred pilgrimages for Hindus and is recognized by UNESCO on its Representative List of …

Jan 13, 2025 · PRAYAGRAJ, India — Millions of Hindu devotees, mystics and holy men and women from all across India flocked to the northern city of Prayagraj on Monday to kickstart the Maha Kumbh festival, which...

The Kumbh is a gathering like no other. 100 million people getting together with one purpose - of their spiritual growth & liberation. Learn everything about the greatest gathering of mankind. This is the official website of the Mahanirvani Akhada - the organizers of …