July 8, 2026
Today in IN DEPTH, we try and understand the significance of the Kumbh Mela, why it is a conglomeration of spiritual consciousness and cultural heritage, and the preparations and main attractions at the Kumbh Mela this year.
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Kumbh 2019

The Kumbha Mela will commence with the ‘shahi snan’ on January 15 on Makar Sankranti, while Mahashivratri on March 4th will mark the last bathing day.

By Kautilya / March 8, 2019

The city of Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh is all set to host the world’s largest religious congregation – the Kumbha Mela 2019. Pilgrims from across the world have begun to gather in Kumbh Nagri to plunge themselves in the waters of Triveni Sangam – the confluence of three rivers, Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati.

Image Courtesy: Reuters

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