Maha kumbh Last Shahi Snan 2025: Hundreds of thousands of believers are flocking to Prayagraj for Mahakumbh’s final ‘Shahi Snan’ in 2025, which coincides with ‘Maha Shivratri’. Crores of devotees are anticipated to participate in Sahi Snan, which began early Wednesday morning, February 26.
Maha Kumbh Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Vaibhav Krishna confirmed that the police had made all essential arrangements for the Maha Shivratri festival on February 26, 2025. Expecting a large influx of devotees from the Kumbh Mela on Maha Shivratri on February 26. The organisers of ‘Shiv Baraat’ in Varanasi have chosen to move the annual parade to the day after. Indeed breaking with a four-decade-old tradition. It usually starts at the Mahamrityunjay Temple in Daranagar and travels via Bulanala, Maidagin, Chowk, and Godowlia before ending at Chittaranjan Park.
Maha Kumbh 2025: Last Snan Date and favourable timings
The Maha Kumbh Mela will end on Mahashivratri, which is February 26, 2025. The auspicious time for this occasion begins at 11:08 a.m. on February 26 and concludes at 8:54 a.m. on February 27. The final Shahi Snan will take place on February 26th, and the best timings for the holy dip are:
- Brahma Muhurta: 5:09 AM – 6:59 AM.
- Twilight Time: 6:16 PM – 6:42 PM
- Nishita Muhurta: 12:09 AM – 12:59 AM (midnight)
Key Points of Maha Kumbh 2025
Almost 63 crore visitors
On Monday, Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath announced on X that 63.36 crore devotees have taken a holy bath in the Triveni Sangam at Maha Kumbh 2025. Over 1.3 crore people joined the Maha Kumbh on Monday itself. The Maha Kumbh Mela began on January 13.
What is the Kumbh Mela?
Its origins can be traced back to the Rigveda, one of the oldest Hindu scriptures. The term ‘Kumbh’ is thought to relate to a pitcher storing the elixir of immortality that emerged during the ‘Sagar Manthan’, or churning of the cosmic ocean. During a 12-day celestial battle, comparable to 12 human years, drops of nectar fell at four locations. In Prayagraj, Haridwar, Nashik, and Ujjain, which became the Kumbh Mela sites.
What happens during the Kumbh Mela?
At the Kumbh Melas, followers from various Hindu sects, or Akharas, march in magnificent procession to take the ‘Shahi Snan’ or royal bath in the sacred rivers at the aforementioned locations. Millions of people attend the show, not only for the ceremony, but also to observe thousands of ascetics, many of whom are clad in saffron, immerse themselves in the cold waters.
The frequency of the Kumbh Melas
Kumbh Melas take place every three years in Prayagraj, Haridwar, Nashik, and Ujjain. The fair held every four years is known as Kumbh Mela, while the one held every six years is known as Ardh Kumbh Mela. Similarly, the one that occurs every 12 years is known as the Purna Kumbh Mela. It is the one currently taking place in Prayagraj is known as the Maha Kumbh Mela. It is however thought to be taking place after a 144-year interval.
Preparations for the final day of Maha Kumbh 2025
Massive security and logistical plans have been planned for the final day of the Maha Kumbh 2025. It is expected to attract a large number of believers. The Indian Railways has made extraordinary arrangements for Maha Shivaratri, with plans to run more than 350 additional trains from Prayagraj to enable pilgrims’ return. It is following the final Amrit Snan of Mahakumbh 2025 on February 26. According to an Indian Railway release.
Massive police deployment in Maha Kumbh 2025
According to Maha Kumbh DIG Vaibhav Krishna, police have been stationed at all Shivalayas across the fair to manage the rush on the final day. “Police officers have been posted around the bathing ghats… The entire area has been labelled a vehicle-free zone. Traffic will be managed using the zone method across the Kumbh area. People who are coming should follow the police diversion. The police are doing this for their convenience,” he told the news agency.
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