The Grand Commencement of Kumbh 2025
The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 has commenced in Prayagraj with immense enthusiasm. This significant religious event is attracting millions of devotees from around the world. The festivities began with the ‘Shahi Snan’ (royal bath) on Paush Purnima, during which more than 1.5 crore (15 million) devotees immersed themselves in the holy waters at the Triveni Sangam, the revered confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the legendary Saraswati rivers.
Celestial Alignment Enhances the Significance of Kumbh 2025
This year’s Kumbh Mela holds exceptional significance due to a unique celestial alignment of the Sun, Moon, Jupiter, and Saturn, an event that transpires only once every 144 years. This extraordinary astrological phenomenon enhances the sacredness of the occasion and draws an increased number of pilgrims to engage in the rituals.
Infrastructure and Safety Measures at Kumbh 2025
In response to the significant increase in the number of pilgrims, eight new permanent ghats have been established along the Ganga and Yamuna rivers. These ghats have the capacity to accommodate approximately 120,000 individuals simultaneously. To ensure the safety of the devotees, more than 10,000 police personnel have been assigned to the area, in addition to teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and water police units. Furthermore, QR codes placed on electricity poles assist pilgrims in navigating the vicinity and submitting complaints effectively.
Key Dates and Rituals of Kumbh 2025
– Paush Purnima (January 13, 2025): The opening ‘Shahi Snan’ witnessed the participation of millions.
– Makar Sankranti (January 14, 2025): The first royal bath by saints and ascetics.
– Mauni Amavasya (January 29, 2025): Considered the most auspicious day for bathing.
– Basant Panchami (February 3, 2025): The third royal bath.
– Maghi Purnima (February 12, 2025): A day for worshipping Guru Brahaspati.
– Maha Shivaratri (February 26, 2025): Marks the final royal bath and the conclusion of the Maha Kumbh.
Global Participation and Notable Visitors at Kumbh 2025
The Kumbh Mela 2025 is an international gathering that attracts devotees from diverse regions across the globe. Laurene Powell Jobs, the widow of the late Steve Jobs, has traveled to Prayagraj to immerse herself in the spiritual atmosphere. To support the influx of pilgrims, Alliance Air has launched a new flight service connecting Dehradun and Prayagraj.
The Spiritual and Cultural Essence of Kumbh 2025
The Kumbh Mela transcends a mere religious assembly; it embodies a celebration of spirituality, mythology, and cultural heritage. Countless Hindu devotees hold the belief that immersing themselves in the holy waters of Triveni Sangam during this period purifies their sins and facilitates their path to salvation.
Sant Rampal ji on Achieving Salvation
Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj asserts that genuine salvation is attainable through gyan (authentic spiritual knowledge) rather than merely through ritualistic bathing. He underscores the importance of adhering to the proper path of worship as delineated by a complete Guru, which is crucial for achieving liberation. Sant Rampal Ji further contends that comprehending and implementing the teachings of sacred texts under the mentorship of a true Guru is the pathway to attaining salvation and everlasting peace.
