Mahakumbh 2025: How is Maha Kumbh different from Ardh Kumbh and Kumbh? All you need to know
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Mahakumbh 2025: How is Maha Kumbh different from Ardh Kumbh and Kumbh? All you need to know

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Celebrated every 12 years, the Mahakumbh Mela is one of the most important and spiritually revered Hindu festivals. Image Source : PTIArtists perform during the Chavni Pravesh by sadhus of Shree Mahanirvani Akhada, the royal entry procession for Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, at Sangam. Image Source : PTIPrayagraj: Devotees take a holy dip at Sangam ahead of Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj. Director General of Police Prashant Kumar stated, "To combat cybercrime during Maha Kumbh, we have devised a multi-faceted strategy, involving not only police officials but also cyber experts from institutions like IIT-Kanpur." This initiative aims to protect devotees from online threats and ensure a safe and seamless spiritual experience for millions attending the Maha Kumbh Mela.

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Mahakumbh 2025: How much will Uttar Pradesh earn from Kumbh Mela? CM Yogi Adityanath reveals
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Mahakumbh 2025: How much will Uttar Pradesh earn from Kumbh Mela? CM Yogi Adityanath reveals

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Mahakumbh 2025: Preparations for the Maha Kumbh 2025 are in full swing in Prayagraj district of Uttar Pradesh, with the city gearing up to welcome over 40 crore devotees from around the world. Sharing the economic impact of the Maha Kumbh, the chief minister said the 2019 event contributed Rs 1.2 lakh crore to the state's economy. With an expected …

Maha Kumbh Mela’s journey (1954-2025): A look at its evolution, unique features, logistics and tragedies
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Maha Kumbh Mela’s journey (1954-2025): A look at its evolution, unique features, logistics and tragedies

The Hindu  

“A Maha Yagya of Unity,” proclaimed Prime Minister Narendra Modi on December 13, 2024, while describing the upcoming Maha Kumbh Mela scheduled to be held at Prayagraj from January 13 to February 26, 2025. Origins The origin of the Kumbh Mela is attributed to eighth century Hindu philosopher Adi Shankaracharya, who promoted regular gatherings of spiritual leaders and ascetics, and …

Mahakumbh exemplifies unity in diversity
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Mahakumbh exemplifies unity in diversity

Times of India  

The Great Kumbh Mela, Mahakumbh 2025, to be held from Jan 13 to Feb 26, will carry an aura of blissfulness. Kumbh Melas are held on the banks of sacred rivers, Ganga in Haridwar, Shipra in Ujjain, Godavari in Nashik, Maharashtra, and Triveni Sangam, the confluence of Ganga, Yamuna and invisible Saraswati in Prayagraj. It has heightened significance in view …

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: How is it different from 3 other Kumbhs
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Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: How is it different from 3 other Kumbhs

India Today  

The Kumbh Mela is the largest religious and cultural gathering in the world, held once every 12 years at one of four sacred locations in India: Prayagraj, Haridwar, Ujjain, or Nashik. There are four types of Kumbh Mela: Kumbh Mela Ardh Kumbh Mela Purna Kumbh Mela Maha Kumbh Mela Sadhus arrive in Prayagraj for Maha Kumbh Mela 2025. The geographical …

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: From Shahi snan to Maha Shivratri snan, know dates, history, significance of holy baths
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Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: From Shahi snan to Maha Shivratri snan, know dates, history, significance of holy baths

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The Maha Kumbh Mela, one of the greatest and most sacred gatherings in Hinduism, takes place every twelve years. From Shahi snan to the final ‘snan’, here's all you need to know about the event, including its dates and the rich history of the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025. Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Dates for Holy Baths The Maha Kumbh Mela …

Maha Kumbh 2025: Your ultimate travel guide for a transformative experience
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Maha Kumbh 2025: Your ultimate travel guide for a transformative experience

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Spiritual events and destinations are no longer limited to people in their 60s. Faith-based holidays make up 60 percent of India’s domestic tourism, according to a March report by the real estate consultancy CBRE South Asia Pvt Ltd. A sadhu from Niranjani Akhara at Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj With the Maha Kumbh on the horizon, booking sites and organisers …

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: When will it start? Check dates of Shahi snan, history, significance and more
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Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: When will it start? Check dates of Shahi snan, history, significance and more

Hindustan Times  

Maha Kumbh Mela, one of the largest and most sacred gatherings in Hinduism, occurs once every twelve years. Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Key dates for holy baths The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 is set to begin on January 13, 2025, with the Paush Purnima Snan, and will conclude on February 26, 2025, aligning with Maha Shivratri. Important bathing dates: Important …

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Why Gangapuri Maharaj, Chhotu Baba from Assam, hasn’t bathed for 32 years. He says...
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Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Why Gangapuri Maharaj, Chhotu Baba from Assam, hasn’t bathed for 32 years. He says...

Live Mint  

Mahakumbh Mela is set to start in a few days in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj. According to a report by Uttar Pradesh Times, this is the first time Chhotu Baba has visited Maha Kumbh Mela. Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 The Maha Kumbh Mela comes after 12 years and a huge turnout of devotees is expected in Prayagraj from January 13 to …

Maha Kumbh vs Kumbh Mela: How are the two religious events different? Know details
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Maha Kumbh vs Kumbh Mela: How are the two religious events different? Know details

Live Mint  

Maha Kumbh 2025: Devotees from across the world will come to Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj to witness the largest congregation of pilgrims on earth this year. Maha Kumbh Mela Unlike Kumbh Mela, which is held every three years, Maha Kumbh Mela takes place once every twelve years. Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: How is it different from Kumbh Mela? While Kumbh Mela …

Maha Kumbh 2025 after 144 years: The mythology, and historical context of the grand celebration of faith
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Maha Kumbh 2025 after 144 years: The mythology, and historical context of the grand celebration of faith

Op India  

After 144 years, the Maha Kumbh will be held in Prayagraj, at the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers. Regarding Kumbh, it is said in the Skanda Purana, “माघे मासे गंगे स्नानं यः कुरुते नरः। युगकोटिसहस्राणि तिष्ठंति पितृदेवताः।।”That is, the ancestors of a person who takes a bath in Ganga in the month of Magh reside in heaven. …

Mahakumbh 2025: Not just mythology, there is ancient science behind it
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Mahakumbh 2025: Not just mythology, there is ancient science behind it

India Today  

The Mahakumbh Mela, set to begin on January 13, is not only one of the largest religious gatherings in the world but also a fascinating confluence of spirituality, mythology, and science. The Mahakumbh Mela is held when Jupiter enters a specific alignment coinciding with the Sun and Moon’s positions. AN ANCIENT UNDERSTANDING The selection of Kumbh Mela sites reveals ancient …

Maha Kumbh 2025: Details of the preparation to make it a global celebration of spirituality
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Maha Kumbh 2025: Details of the preparation to make it a global celebration of spirituality

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The Uttar Pradesh Government is making extensive preparations to ensure that Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj is a grand, safe, and spiritually enriching event. Infrastructure Development Mahakumbh Nagar is being transformed into a temporary city with thousands of tents and shelters, including super deluxe accommodations like the IRCTC’s “Mahakumbh Gram” luxury tent city which offers deluxe tents and villas …

Maha Kumbh 2025: Uttar Pradesh police to use underwater drones for enhanced security
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Maha Kumbh 2025: Uttar Pradesh police to use underwater drones for enhanced security

Live Mint  

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: The Uttar Pradesh police would be using underwater drones for increased surveillance during the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, which would be held at Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 dates It is believed that taking a dip in the holy waters during this auspicious time of Maha Kumbh cleanses an individual's sins and frees them …

Know what is the astronomical importance of Maha kumbh, how ancient is this Sanatani tradition
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Know what is the astronomical importance of Maha kumbh, how ancient is this Sanatani tradition

Op India  

The grand festival of Prayagraj Maha Kumbh will begin on the 13th of January 2025 with the Magh Mela. Puranic and historical context of Maha Kumbh The Maha Kumbh Mela is a revered celebration in Indian culture, with echoes from ancient scriptures to the modern era. Maha Kumbh Mela is a unique blend of history, religion, philosophy, and society. The …

Maha Kumbh 2025 to offer unique digital experience with AI chatbot: Know all about it
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Maha Kumbh 2025 to offer unique digital experience with AI chatbot: Know all about it

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Maha Kumbh 2025 is set to provide a cutting-edge digital experience to devotees across the world by offering a memorable token of the mega event. As part of the Digital Maha Kumbh vision spearheaded by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, AI Generative Chatbot technology is being introduced for the first time. This is the …

Maha Kumbh a 'mahayagya' of unity: PM Modi
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Maha Kumbh a 'mahayagya' of unity: PM Modi

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Prayagraj: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday termed the Maha Kumbh 2025 a "mahayagya of unity" which would take the country's cultural and spiritual identity to new heights. Addressing a public meeting here while inaugurating various developmental projects, the prime minister said the differences of castes and sects disappear at the Maha Kumbh. The prime minister inaugurated 167 key development …

MahaKumbh 2025: What Is Its Connection With Samundra Manthan — Know The History
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MahaKumbh 2025: What Is Its Connection With Samundra Manthan — Know The History

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MahaKumbh 2025: The year 2025 is set to be a significant one as the grand festival of faith, the Maha Kumbh Mela, will be held. Let's explore the history of the Maha Kumbh Mela and when it is scheduled to begin in the new year. Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 Dates: The Maha Kumbh Mela will begin on January 13, 2025, …

Maha Kumbh: Yogi ministers extend invitations to Bihar Governor, CM for religious congregation in Prayagraj
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Maha Kumbh: Yogi ministers extend invitations to Bihar Governor, CM for religious congregation in Prayagraj

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Maha Kumbh 2025: Bihar Governor Rajendra Arlekar and Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Thursday received invitations from the Yogi Adityanath government in Uttar Pradesh for the "Mahakumbh," an over month-long religious congregation in Prayagraj scheduled to commence in January. Arrangements for over 450 million pilgrims, saints and tourists Addressing a press conference, the UP ministers said their government was dedicated …

Maha Kumbh 2025: PM Modi to visit Prayagraj tomorrow to launch development projects worth around Rs 7,000 cr
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Maha Kumbh 2025: PM Modi to visit Prayagraj tomorrow to launch development projects worth around Rs 7,000 cr

India TV News  

Maha Kumbh 2025: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Uttar Pradesh on Friday to assess the development works for the upcoming Maha Kumbh Mela 2025. To support Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, PM Modi will also launch the Kumbh Sah'AI'yak chatbot, designed to provide guidance, updates, and event details to devotees. About Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 Kumbh Mela is …

Maha Kumbh 2025: Cyber police station set up in Prayagraj to safeguard devotees from online frauds
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Maha Kumbh 2025: Cyber police station set up in Prayagraj to safeguard devotees from online frauds

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Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: In view of the upcoming Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, the Uttar Pradesh Police has established a cyber police station in the Mela area to protect devotees from potential online fraud. About Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 Kumbh Mela is organised every 3 years, Ardh Kumbh Mela every 6 years and Maha Kumbh Mela every 12 years. …

Maha Kumbh 2025: Know Why Is Maha Kumbh Celebrated Every 12 Years
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Maha Kumbh 2025: Know Why Is Maha Kumbh Celebrated Every 12 Years

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Maha Kumbh 2025: Preparations for Maha Kumbh 2025, the grandest celebration of Sanatan faith, are in full swing. Maha Kumbh 2025 Date The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 will begin on January 13 and conclude on February 26. While Nashik and Ujjain host the Kumbh Mela every year, the Maha Kumbh takes place every 12 years, rotating among these four sites. …

Uttar Pradesh declares Maha Kumbh area new district
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Uttar Pradesh declares Maha Kumbh area new district

The Hindu  

In a landmark decision, the Uttar Pradesh government, led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, has declared the Maha Kumbh area in Prayagraj as a new district. The decision, taken on Sunday, which led to the formation of the new Maha Kumbh Mela district, was made to streamline the management and administration of the upcoming Kumbh Mela, ensuring smooth operations for …

Uttar Pradesh declares Maha Kumbh area as new district ahead of Kumbh Mela
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Uttar Pradesh declares Maha Kumbh area as new district ahead of Kumbh Mela

India Today  

The Uttar Pradesh government on Sunday declared the Maha Kumbh area a new district ahead of the 2025 Maha Kumbh Mela. The new district will be known as Maha Kumbh Mela district. "In the Maha Kumbh Mela district/Mela area, the Mela Adikari, Kumbh Mela, Prayagraj will have the powers of Executive Magistrate, District Magistrate and Additional District Magistrate under Section-14. …

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Know important dates, location, historical significance, and more
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Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Know important dates, location, historical significance, and more

Live Mint  

The Maha Kumbh Mela, one of the world's largest religious festivals, will be held in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, from January 13 to February 26, 2025. Historical significance The Kumbh Mela is celebrated to mark the occasion of the mythical "amrit" that was churned from the ocean by gods and demons in Hindu mythology. Here are the key dates for the …

10 lesser-known facts about Maha Kumbh that are surprising
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10 lesser-known facts about Maha Kumbh that are surprising

India Today  

The Kumbh Mela is a grand Hindu festival celebrated every three years, rotating among four sacred locations in India: Haridwar, Prayagraj, Ujjain, and Nashik. Here are 10 surprising facts about the Kumbh Mela you may not know: The dates of the Kumbh Mela are determined by the positions of Jupiter, the Sun, and the Moon in the zodiac, believed to …

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: UP Police focuses on vegetarian diet, alcohol abstinence and behaviour training
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Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: UP Police focuses on vegetarian diet, alcohol abstinence and behaviour training

India TV News  

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: A strict vegetarian diet, alcohol abstinence and behavioural training are among the steps the Uttar Pradesh Police is taking to ensure its personnel act as servants of faith and create a pleasant experience for the devotees gathering in this holy city for the Maha Kumbh. UP Police undergoing behaviour-focused training Police personnel to be deployed for …

Mahakumbh Mela 2025: Indian Railways to set up luxury 'tent city' for visitors in Prayagraj, know all about it
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Mahakumbh Mela 2025: Indian Railways to set up luxury 'tent city' for visitors in Prayagraj, know all about it

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Mahakumbh Mela 2025: The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Limited is gearing up to set up a premium tent city named "Maha Kumbh Gram" in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj in view of the upcoming Mahakumbh Mela next year. 'Maha Kumbh Gram' tent city in Prayagraj Rahul Himalian, Director, IRCTC said, "Maha Kumbh Gram Tent City in Prayagraj will offer deluxe …

Maha Kumbh Mela at Triveni Sangam from today
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Maha Kumbh Mela at Triveni Sangam from today

The Hindu  

All arrangements are in place for the Maha Kumbh Mela at the confluence of Cauvery, Lakshmanatirtha, and Hemavathi – Triveni Sangam – near K.R. Details of the Kumbh Mela were shared at a joint press conference at the Suttur Mutt here on Wednesday by Shivarathri Deshikendra Swami and Ministers K. Gopalaiah, K.C. Veerendra Heggade, Pattadhikari, Srikshetra Dharmasthala, will inaugurate the …

Kumbh Mela 2021: Dates and Significance of the Auspicious Festival
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Kumbh Mela 2021: Dates and Significance of the Auspicious Festival

News 18  

Kumbh Mela is a festival celebrated by Hindus where the devotees take a dip in the water of holy rivers, especially the Ganga. The dates for holy bathing rituals are as follows: January 14, 2021: Makar SankrantiFebruary 11, 2021: Mauni AmavasyaFebruary 16, 2021: Basant PanchamiFebruary 27, 2021: Maghi PoornimaMarch 11, 2021: Maha Shivratri April 12, 2021: Somwati Amavasya April 14, …

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