Kumbh Mela 2021: First Shahi Snan on Mahashivratri, all you need to know about world’s largest religious festival

Preparation of the Kumbh Mela remains in the final phase as Haridwar get ready to host of one of the greatest Hindu folklore celebrations. This year, Kumbh Mela is going to begin from January 14 and will continue till April 2021 in Haridwar.

During Kumbh Mela countless followers from numerous parts of the world take a holy dip in the Sangam – the confluence of three holy rivers Ganga, Yamuna, and the mystical Saraswati.

Ardh Kumbh is held every 6 years, while the Kumbh Mela follows 12 years. This year’s Kumbh Mela is occurring after the 11 th year due to the fact that of the planetary movements.

The Kumbh Mela the largest public event and cumulative act of faith throughout the world. There are going to be 4 Shahi Snans and 6 Ganga Snans in Kumbh Mela.

Dates of 4 Shahi Snans …

Very First Shahi Snan- 11 th March- Shivratri

2nd Shahi Snan- 12 th April Somvati Amavasya

3rd Shahi Snan- 14 th April- Makar Sankranti

4th Shahi Snan- 27 th April- Baisakh Purnima

The Kumbh Mela has actually been engraved on the list of “Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humankind” by UNESCO in2017 This reflects the significance of Kumbh worldwide.

There are going to be an overall of 9 Ganga Snan this year in Kumbh 2021:

January 14, 2021- Makar Sakranti Snan

February 11, 2021- Mauni Amavasya Snan

February 16, 2021- Basant Panchami Snan

February 27, 2021- Magh Poornima Snan

March 11, 2021- Maha Shivratri Snan

April 12, 2021- Somvati Amamvasya Snan

April 14, 2021- Baisakhi Snan

April 21, 2021- Ram Navami Snan

April 27, 2021- Chaitra Purnima Snan

Kumbh is described as one of the biggest celebrations on earth. It is a gathering that likewise spreads out the message of nationwide integration and harmony. The celebration is indeed a perfect automobile to display India’s rich and diverse culture.