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Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, in Prayagraj, is expected to be a one-of-a-kind cultural fest welcoming crores of pilgrims, as well as tourists to take their bath in sacred Ganges.

The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, a major event for Hindu devotees across the globe, commenced in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, on Monday. The religious congregation at the Triveni Sangam—the confluence of the rivers Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati—is anticipated to draw over 40 crore pilgrims during the 45-day event.

Each date holds unique significance, with the Shahi Snans being the highlight as they feature grand processions by ascetics and saints.

As the festivities continue in grandeur and pomp, another ritualistic bath takes place on the 12 of February, aligning with the Maghi Purnima tithi. On the 26th of February, with the celebrations of the Maha Shivaratri, the Kumbh Mela concludes, marking the end of the greatest religious gathering.

Hindu devotees from across India flocked to the northern city of Prayagraj yesterday as the world's largest religious festival began. Over the coming 45 days, an estimated 400 million Hindus are expected to come together for Maha Kumbh Mela.

Millions of Hindu pilgrims gathered on Tuesday at the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna and Sarasvati rivers to take part in the first holy bath of the Kumbh Mela, the world's largest religious gathering.

Millions of Hindu pilgrims are gathering in India to bathe in sacred waters for the six-week-long Kumbh Mela festival - from the very old to babies, cave-dwelling monks to science teachers.