Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2028
The Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2028 in Ujjain is scheduled to take place from March 27 to May 27, 2028. This grand spiritual event, held every 12 years, is expected to draw approximately 14 to 15 crore devotees from across India and the world.
The Simhastha Mela is centered around the Shipra River in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh. The ghats along the river are being expanded to accommodate the large number of pilgrims expected to participate in the holy baths.
🏗️ Preparations and Infrastructure
The Madhya Pradesh government has initiated extensive preparations for Simhastha 2028, with an estimated budget of ₹18,840 crore allocated for over 500 development projects.
🛕 Shahi Snan (Royal Baths)
The Shahi Snan are grand ceremonial baths led by the Akharas (monastic orders), marking the most significant bathing dates of the Kumbh Mela. The specific dates for the Shahi Snan in 2028 are as follows:
🌟 Parv Snan (Festival Baths)
The Parv Snan are other significant bathing dates during the Kumbh Mela, aligned with important astrological and lunar events. The dates for the Parv Snan in 2028 are: