These sacred bathing rituals, or Shahi Snans, are believed to purify the soul and wash away sins, making them the spiritual highlights of the event. The origins of the Kumbh Mela trace back to ...

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

This year, the Paush Purnima falls on the 13th of January. The Shahi Snan, or Rajyogi Snan, is the peak of the Kumbh Mela celebrations. By performing the Shahi snan, one is believed to receive ...

Shahi snan, the royal dip at the Triveni Sangam during the Kumbh mela, is a rather sought-after ritual. Every Mahakumbh, Purna Kumbh, and Ardh Kumbh, devotees, saints, and sages come from all over ...

Earlier, referred to as 'Shahi Snan', it was renamed to 'Amrit Snan' this year. Let’s explore the reason behind this change. Taking a dip in Sangam at any time during the Kumbh is considered ...

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IMAGE: Naga sadhus of the Juna Akhara gather for the Shahi Snan at the Triveni Sangam on Makar Sankranti, January 14, 2025. Photograph: Amit Sharma/ANI Photo IMAGE: A devotee dressed up as Lord ...

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At the heart of this festival are the sacred bathing rituals, and among them, Amrit Snan and Shahi Snan are the most important. However, recent changes have brought about a change in nomenclature ...

On the auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti on Tuesday, January 14, the Akharas took ‘Amrit Snan’ at the Maha Kumbh Mela at Triveni Sangam -- the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna and 'mythical' ...

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"The world's largest spiritual and cultural gathering is starting," said Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in a statement, welcoming devotees to the festival to "experience unity in ...