In a magnificent display of faith and tradition, over one crore devotees participated in the sacred bathing ritual at the Prayagraj Sangam during the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela 2025. The celebration reaches its peak with the first ‘Amrit Snan’ scheduled for Tuesday, coinciding with the auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti.
Historic Amrit Snan at Maha Kumbh
The first Amrit Snan holds special significance in the Maha Kumbh Mela calendar, following Monday’s major bathing ritual during Paush Poornima. This event marks a historic transition as traditional terms have been renewed:
- ‘Shahi Snan’ is now known as ‘Amrit Snan’
- ‘Peshwai’ has been renamed to ‘Chhavni Pravesh’
Akhara Schedule for Makar Sankranti
According to Akhil Bharatiya Akhara Parishad (ABAP) president Mahant Ravindra Puri, the Amrit Snan proceedings begin at 5:30 am on Tuesday. The schedule follows a structured order:
First Batch (5:15 AM):
- Shri Panchayati Akhara Mahanirvani
- Shri Shambhu Panchayati Atal Akhara
Second Batch:
- Shri Taponidhi Panchayati Shri Niranjani Akhara
- Shri Panchayati Akhara Anand
Third Batch (Sanyasi Akharas):
- Shri Panchdashnam Juna Akhara
- Shri Panchdashnam Aawahan Akhara
- Shri Panchagni Akhara
Maha Kumbh 2025: Infrastructure and Arrangements
The world’s largest religious gathering spans across 10,000 acres, with comprehensive arrangements including:
- 1.5 lakh toilets
- 15,000 sanitation workers
- 2,500 Ganga Seva Doots (volunteers)
- 1.5 lakh tents
Security and Crowd Management
DIG Vaibhav Krishna announced special arrangements at the Sangam:
- Designated sections for Akharas and general devotees
- Each Akhara allocated 40 minutes for bathing rituals
- Enhanced security measures for smooth proceedings
Spiritual Significance
The timing of this Amrit Snan coincides with Makar Sankranti, marking the Sun’s celestial journey from the Southern to the Northern hemisphere. This astronomical event adds deeper spiritual significance to the holy dip at the Sangam, where the Ganga, Yamuna, and mythical Saraswati rivers converge.
Looking Ahead
As the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 continues its 45-day spiritual journey, authorities anticipate continued high attendance for the remaining major bathing days. Devotees are advised to follow official guidelines and schedules for a spiritually fulfilling experience.
Stay tuned for more updates on this historic gathering at the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025.