Kumbha Sankranti 2025: Date, Punya Kaal Timings, Significance And Rituals Of This Sacred Event

Kumbha Sankranti 2025: Kumbh or Kumbha Sankranti marks the Sun's transition from Makar to Kumbha rashi (Capricorn to Aquarius zodiac sign), initiating the eleventh month of the Hindu Solar calendar. The day's auspicious time is brief and varies annually due to the Sun's position. Notably, Kumbha Sankranti coincides with the world's largest religious gathering, the Kumbha Mela. Millions of devotees flock to the Ganga River for a sacred bath, seeking to cleanse themselves of past sins and evil. This sacred event offers a chance for spiritual renewal and purification. This year, Kumbh Sankranti falls on 12th February 2025, Wednesday.

Check out all the relevant details about the punya kaal timings, significance and rituals associated with this sacred event below:

Kumbha Sankranti 2025: Date And Punya Kaal Timings

- Kumbha Sankranti 2025 Date: 12th February 2025, Wednesday

- Kumbha Sankranti 2024 Punya Kaal: 12:34 PM to 06:25 PM

- Kumbha Sankranti Maha Punya Kaal: 04:28 PM to 06:25 PM

- Kumbh Sankranti Moment: 10:04 PM

Kumbha Sankranti 2025: Significance

Kumbha Sankranti marks the beginning of the 11th month in the Hindu Solar Calendar, as the Sun transits from Makar Rashi to Kumbha Rashi. The auspicious time on this day is limited and varies annually due to the Sun's position. This day holds great significance as it coincides with the Kumbha Mela, the world's largest religious festival, held every 12 years at sacred sites like Haridwar and Allahabad. Millions gather at the Ganga River for a holy bath, seeking purification from sins and evils.

The celebration of Kumbha Sankranti is widespread, with East India observing it with great enthusiasm. In West Bengal, festivities begin from Falgun Maas. Devotees flock to sacred cities like Allahabad, Ujjain, Nasik, and Haridwar to bathe in the holy Ganga waters. This sacred ritual is believed to bring spiritual renewal and purification, attracting millions of devotees each year.

On Kumbha Sankranti, devotees undertake a sacred and purifying ritual by taking a holy dip, particularly during the grand Mahakumbh Mela celebrations in Prayagraj. (Image Source: Freepik) 

Kumbha Sankranti 2025: Rituals

On Kumbha Sankranti, devotees traditionally donate food, clothing and essentials to Brahmin Pandits as it is considered highly auspicious. Taking a holy bath in the River Ganga is also a revered ritual, believed to bring spiritual liberation. Those who bathe in the Ganga's sacred waters are encouraged to pray with a pure heart and meditate to Goddess Ganga, seeking a happy and prosperous life.

For those unable to visit the Ganga, bathing in rivers like the Yamuna, Godavari or Shipra is also considered beneficial for cleansing sins. Additionally, offering gifts to a cow on Kumbha Sankranti is deemed auspicious and rewarding for the devotee. By following these traditions, devotees can make the most of this sacred day and cultivate spiritual growth.

(Disclaimer: This is based on general public information. Jagran English does not confirm its veracity. Before adopting any measures, consult an expert in the relevant field.)

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