The much-anticipated Mahakumbh 2025 will begin on January 13, 2025, marking one of the most significant spiritual and cultural events in India. The Mahakumbh will be held at Prayagraj, where the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and the mythical Sarasvati rivers is believed to be the most auspicious place for the bath. The event will witness religious discourses, cultural performances, and a display of traditional rituals throughout its duration.
The event will see the first holy dip on January 13, as the Akhadas, the revered ascetic orders of Hinduism, lead the procession to the sacred river. The first ‘akhara’ that will take the Shahi Snan on Makar Sankranti will be Shri Panchayati Akhara Mahanirvani and Sri Panchayati Atal Akhara, followed by Niranjani and Anand. The next ‘akhara’ to take the Shahi Snan will be Juna Akhara, Panchnam Dhashnam Avahan Akhara and Shambhu Panch Agni Akhara.
The Maha Kumbh 2025 is set to welcome over 400 million visitors in a monumental celebration of spirituality, culture, and heritage over 45 days. This grand event features state-of-the-art infrastructure, including 150,000 toilets, 2 million tents for accommodations, 11 daily flights, and 3,000 trains to ensure smooth travel. Spanning 400 hectares, the event will include 30 pontoon bridges, 400 km of temporary roads, and will be illuminated by 70,000 solar and LED lights.
Highlights of this year’s Kumbh include Kalagram, a 10-acre space showcasing the arts and culture of various Indian states in collaboration with the Lalit Kala Akademi; a mesmerizing drone show with 2,000 drones narrating the history and significance of the Kumbh Mela; and the Shivalaya Park, a unique area shaped like India, featuring miniature replicas of Shiva temples. Ideal dates to attend include 15th–26th January, 30th January–2nd February, 5th–10th February, and 13th–24th February.
