The Mahakumbh Mela is a major Hindu festival held every 12 years at four locations: Prayagraj, Haridwar, Nashik, and Ujjain. During this time, millions of devotees gather to bathe in sacred rivers, seeking spiritual purification.

The Maha Kumbh Mela, being held from January 13 to February 26 in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj, saw its first Amrit Snan occasion of Makar Sankranti on Tuesday. This holy dip is led by sadhus or seers from akharas,

Taking sacred baths at Maha Kumbh Mela is believed to purify the soul and wash away sins. Let’s look at the dates of all the shahi snan, history, and significance of the holy mela.