Kumbh Mela Nashik
The upcoming Kumbh Mela is going to be held in Nashik. Millions of people are expected to visit Nashik during this religious event. The Nashik Kumbh Mela Dates are expected to fall between July 14 to September 25, 2027. Major places in Nashik like Panchvati, Trambakeshwar, etc. will be full of tourists and religious people. This Kumbh Mela is going to be celebrated after 12 years.
Holy dip in Godavari River
The sacred river which flows through Nashik is the Godavari River. The river is considered so sacred that it is termed the Dakshina Ganga, or Ganga of the South. The devotees and tourists will take a holy dip in the Godavari River during the days of the Kumbh Mela. Therefore this will also be called Nashik Maha Kumbh Mela. This holy dip is a ritual that has been passed down for centuries. Taking a holy dip in Godavari is said to dissolve all the sins and bring liberation from life and death.
Arrival of Akharas
The next Kumbh mela in Nashik is going to be a grand spectacle. Akharas will arrive in Nashik during this time. This are sects of Sadhus, Sanyasis, and holy men. They will come in large numbers during the Kumbh Mela. Usually, they chant loud slogans and chants, accompanied by drums and the rhythmic beats of cymbals. It is a treat to view the procession of these akharas during the Kumbh Mela at Nashik.
Major rituals and events of the Kumbh Mela
- Shahi Snan: This is the holy bath of the Sadhus and Akharas. They have the first preference for the holy dip in the Godavari River. The dates of the holy bath are decided based on astrological calculations.
- Kalpavas: This is a period of fasting, meditation, and spiritual practices.
- Bathing in Ram Kund: The holy tank where Lord Ram bathed during his exile years in Nashik is called Ram Kund. Devotees will take ritual bathing in Ram Kund during the Kumbh Mela.
- Aarti: The evening aarti is a special prayer where priests sing chants loudly holding burning lamps. They stand on the banks of the Godavari River and hundreds of devotees sing along with them.
- Procession of the Akharas: Many Akharas will arrive in Nashik during the Kumbh Mela. They will take Shahi Snan and come in a huge procession. Every akhara will have a special flag and belong to a different religious sect.
- Pind Daan: The sacred ritual is done for the peace of the ancestors. People stand in the Godavari River and offer Pind Daan to their ancestors. It is believed that the ancestors are offered food and prayers during this Pind Daan.
- Annakoot: This is an act of charity where food, clothes, and meals are distributed among the poor and needy people.
How to reach Nashik in the 2027 Kumbh Mela?
- Train: You can board a train from major cities of India and reach Nashik Road Railway Station. From the station, you can reach the venue of the Kumbh Mela venue within 20-30 minutes. You can take a bus, taxi, or auto-rickshaw from the railway station to reach the venue.
- Flight: The closest international airport to Nashik is the Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport in Mumbai. You can fly to Mumbai and then reach Nashik via bus, cab, or train.
- Road: You can reach Nashik via road by taking a bus or cab. You can reach Nashik Bus Stand and take a cab or auto rickshaw to reach the Kumbh Mela venue.
Note*: Everyone is aware that the most recent Maha Kumbh Mela took place in 2025, and the Next Kumbh Mela is scheduled for 2027 in Nashik.
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