Prayagraj Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 Bathing Dates

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The Maha Kumbh Mela is a grand spiritual gathering, with the bathing ceremony standing as its most significant ritual. At the sacred Triveni Sangam—the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and the mythical Sarasvati rivers—millions of pilgrims come together to partake in this profound practice. It is deeply rooted in the belief that immersing oneself in the holy waters purifies the soul, absolves sins, liberates ancestors from the cycle of rebirth, and leads to Moksha, or spiritual liberation.

Beyond the bathing ritual, pilgrims engage in heartfelt worship along the riverbanks and attend enlightening discourses delivered by revered sadhus and saints.

While it is considered sacred to take a dip in the holy waters throughout the Prayagraj Maha Kumbh, beginning from the auspicious occasion of Paush Purnima, certain dates hold exceptional significance. These special days witness magnificent processions of saints, their disciples, and members of various Akharas (religious orders). These processions culminate in the grand ritual of Shahi Snan, also known as ‘Rajyogi Snan,’ which marks the commencement of the Maha Kumbh Mela.

The Shahi Snan is the central highlight of the Kumbh Mela, embodying the pinnacle of the celebration. This sacred tradition stems from the belief that by following the saints into the holy waters, devotees receive the added blessings of their virtuous deeds and the profound wisdom they bring to this timeless ritual.

Sacred Bathing Dates at Maha Kumbh Mela 2025

Key Bathing Dates and Significance

1. Paush Purnima – 13 January 2025

Maghi Purnima

Paush Purnima, observed on the full moon day of the Hindu month of Paush, marks the unofficial commencement of the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025. It is a spiritually significant day that initiates Kalpvasa, a period of intense devotion and ascetic practice for many pilgrims. This auspicious occasion sets the tone for the weeks of sacred rituals that follow.

2. Makar Sankranti (First Shahi Snan) – 14 January 2025

Basant Panchami

Makar Sankranti celebrates the sun’s transition into a new zodiac sign, a moment of astronomical and spiritual importance. This day marks the first Shahi Snan (Royal Bath), with grand processions of saints and Akharas performing ceremonial dips. It also initiates the tradition of charitable giving, an essential practice during the Kumbh Mela.

3. Mauni Amavasya (Second Shahi Snan) – 29 January 2025

Mauni Amavasya

Mauni Amavasya is a day of profound spiritual importance. It is believed to be the most auspicious for taking a holy dip at the Sangam. This day commemorates the legendary act of Rishabh Dev breaking his vow of silence with a ritual bath. Mauni Amavasya attracts the largest congregation of pilgrims, making it the spiritual high point of the Maha Kumbh Mela.

4. Basant Panchami (Third Shahi Snan) – 3 February 2025

Paush Purnima

Basant Panchami signifies the changing of seasons and honors Goddess Saraswati, the deity of wisdom and learning. Pilgrims celebrate by wearing yellow, a color that symbolizes prosperity and energy, as they partake in the sacred baths at the Sangam.

5. Maghi Purnima – 12 February 2025

Maha Shivaratri

Maghi Purnima is associated with the worship of Guru Brahaspati and the belief that celestial beings descend to the Sangam. Pilgrims flock to the ghats on this day, convinced that participating in the rituals will help them attain spiritual elevation and heavenly blessings.

6. Maha Shivaratri – 26 February 2025

Paush Purnima

Maha Shivaratri marks the conclusion of the Kalpvasa period for pilgrims. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, this day holds deep mythological significance, as it is celebrated by both mortals and celestial beings alike. Pilgrims take their final holy dip, seeking divine blessings and closure to their spiritual journey during the Kumbh Mela.

Do’s for Maha Kumbh Mela 2025

  • Travel Light and carry medicines if advised by the doctor
  • Awareness of the facilities like Hospitals, Food, and Emergency Services etc.
  • Know emergency contact numbers
  • Use only the Bathing areas/Ghats that are authorized by the Mela administration
  • Use toilets and urinals available
  • Use dustbins for disposal of Waste
  • Use signage for way finding
  • Use parking spots for parking of vehicles and follow traffic rules
  • Inform the Police or Mela Administration if any unidentified or suspicious object is found
  • Follow the rules, regulations and instructions given through the Public Addressal System or any other mode
  • Cooperate with the Departments involved in organizing the Mela
  • Be attentive towards your belongings and Use Lost & Found Centres for the loss of beloved and belongings
  • While making any travel plans, include enough buffer time

Dont’s for Maha Kumbh Mela 2025

  • Avoid carrying valuables, unnecessary food and clothing
  • Don’t trust strangers, careful at eating at unauthorised places
  • Don’t attract unnecessary conflicts by provoking peers
  • Don’t venture into the river beyond permissible limits
  • Don’t pollute the rivers by using soaps, detergents for cleaning/washing purpose or by throwing Pujan Samagri
  • Don’t be in crowded places if suffering from a contagious disease
  • Don’t use plastic bags in the city and mela area during the Maha Kumbh Mela
  • Don’t defecate in the open

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