Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 Begins Today: For decades, the Kumbh Mela has been one of the largest gatherings of devotees on the planet. Sages, saints, ordinary men and women, along with children, pandits, and many others, converge for this monumental spiritual celebration. The four primary locations for the Kumbh Mela are Haridwar, Prayagraj, Ujjain, and Nashik.

Today marks the auspicious beginning of the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, which will continue until Wednesday, February 26th.  Historically, the Kumbh Mela has been inextricably linked to bathing in sacred waters to atone for sins and embark on the path to moksha (liberation).

10 Essential Things You Need To Know About Maha Kumbh Mela 2025

1. Celebrated at Prayagraj’s Triveni Sangam, Maha Kumbh occurs once every twelve years and commemorates the meeting of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati, the three sacred rivers.
2. There are six baths or snans in Maha Kumbh, including three royal baths (Shahi Snan) and three other baths: February 3, 2025: Basant Panchami (Third Shahi Snan), February 12, 2025: Maghi Purnima, January 26, 2025: Maha Shivratri (Final Snan), January 13, 2025: Paush Purnima, January 14, 2025: Makar Sankranti (First Shahi Snan), and January 29, 2025: Mauni Amavasya (Second Shahi Snan).
3. The primary distinction between the Maha Kumbh Mela and the Kumbh Mela is the location. Kumbh Mela is held in four cities, with Prayagraj hosting the Maha Kumbh Mela permanently.
4. In addition, the Kumbh Mela happens every three years, whereas the Maha Kumbh only happens once every twelve years. This is another variation in scheduling.
5. In 2013, a record 10 crore people attended the last Maha Kumbh Mela, which brought in Rs 12,000 crore in income and created 6,50,000 jobs.
6. This year, the state government anticipates 40 crore devotees to participate in the holy dip, making the Maha Kumbh the world’s greatest religious event.
7. The 4,000-hectare Kumbh ground has been split into 25 sectors on both banks of the river to handle this extraordinary influx of people.
8. Uttar Pradesh Police have installed 2,700 AI-enabled cameras and used underwater drones to improve security.
9. To further guarantee safety, a seven-tier security circle has been created. Security will also be strengthened by the deployment of the Central Armed Police Forces, BDD, AS Check teams, National Disaster Response Force, and Provincial Armed Constabulary.
10. Moreover, there will be about 10,000 police officers spread throughout Prayagraj’s rural and urban districts.

Kumbh Mela 2025: Dos And Don’ts

When devotees attend the Maha Kumbh Mela, there are a few things they should keep in mind.

1. To reduce risk, it is best to avoid bringing valuables, unnecessary food, and clothing.
2. For safety reasons, it’s also best to avoid dining at unapproved establishments or putting your trust in strangers.
3. It is important for visitors to avoid inciting disputes and to stay inside the river’s boundaries.
4. Devotees should also keep in mind to preserve the environment by refraining from using detergents or soaps in the river and by not contaminating it with Pujan Samagri.
5. Refrain from using plastic bags in urban and mela areas, avoid crowded areas if you’re sick, and never defecate in an open area for your health and cleanliness.