Maha Kumbh 2025 begins in Prayagraj on Paush Purnima
Over 1.5 crore devotees took the holy dip at the Sangam on the first day of the 45-day festival.
Summary
Maha Kumbh 2025 began in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, on 13 January 2025, the day of Paush Purnima, marking the start of a 45-day spiritual and cultural celebration. Over 1.5 crore devotees took the holy dip at the Sangam, the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati, on the first day, according to the Ministry of Culture. Bhula-Bhatka camps and Khoya-Paya (lost and found) centres helped reunite separated families. The Maha Kumbh runs from 13 January to 26 February 2025.
Key facts
- Start
- 13 January 2025 (Paush Purnima)
- Place
- Sangam, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh
- Duration
- 45 days; 13 January–26 February 2025
- First day
- Over 1.5 crore devotees took the holy dip
- Facilities
- Bhula-Bhatka camps, Khoya-Paya centres
Practice MCQs 3 questions
On which auspicious day did Maha Kumbh 2025 begin on 13 January 2025?
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Correct answer: C — Paush Purnima
PIB (Culture): Maha Kumbh 2025 commenced on 13 January 2025, the day of Paush Purnima.
According to the Ministry of Culture, how many devotees took the holy dip on the first day of Maha Kumbh 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Over 1.5 crore
PIB: over 1.5 crore devotees took the holy dip on the first day (13 January); 3.5 crore was the 14 January Amrit Snan figure.
Maha Kumbh 2025 at Prayagraj is scheduled to conclude on:
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Correct answer: B — 26 February 2025
PIB (MeitY): the Maha Kumbh is being held from 13 January to 26 February 2025, a 45-day event.