Maha Kumbh holds immense spiritual significance for devotees across the globe. Throughout the religious festival, certain bathing dates are considered especially sacred. Mauni Amavasya, on January 29,

The Maha Kumbh, held every 12 years, began on January 13 and will run until February 26, attracting around 40 crore pilgrims.

Many Injured after a “stampede-like” situation broke out at the Sangam on Wednesday (January 29, 2025) amid the ongoing Maha Kumbh, as a large number of pilgrims turned up for a holy bath on Mauni Amavasya,

A tragedy struck Maha Kumbh on the second ‘Amrit Snan’, where eight to 10 crore devotees are expected today. On the occasion of Mauni Amavasya, a stampede broke out in the wee hours of Wednesday, leading to fear of casualties.

A stampede at Maha Kumbh, the world's largest religious gathering, resulted in multiple casualties on Wednesday (Jan 29), reports AFP, citing its photographer who was present at the scene in India's Prayagraj.

In a heartbreaking turn of events, all 13 Akharas at Maha Kumbh 2025 have decided to cancel the Amrit Snan on Mauni Amavasya following a devastating stampede that has left several feared dead. The incident occurred as millions of pilgrims gathered for the holy dip.