📅 14 January 2027
Maha Kumbh Mela महाकुंभ मेला
Various (river deities) · Partial fasting
World's largest religious gathering — held every 12 years at Prayagraj, Haridwar, Ujjain, Nashik. Next Maha Kumbh Prayagraj 2027 expected to draw 40+ crore pilgrims over 45 days.
Rituals (vidhi)
- 1.Shahi Snan on key tithis (Makar Sankranti, Mauni Amavasya, etc)
- 2.Naga sadhu darshan
- 3.Triveni Sangam dip
- 4.Daan to sadhus and brahmins
Significance
Inscribed by UNESCO 2017 as Intangible Cultural Heritage. Single snan at Sangam during Kumbh believed equivalent to a lifetime of merit.