The Prayag Kumbh Mela, also known as Allahabad Kumbh Mela, is a mela, or religious gathering, associated with Hinduism and held in the city of Prayagraj, India at the Triveni Sangam, the confluence of the Gangas, the Yamuna and the mythical Sarswati river. The event occurs every 12 years, with an Ardh Kumbh Mela every 6 years and a Maha Kumbh Mela every 144 years and the festival is marked by a ritual dip in the waters.

Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj is one of the largest religious gatherings in the world, attracting millions of pilgrims, saints, and tourists. It is a Hindu festival held at the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati rivers. The event occurs every 12 years, with an Ardh Kumbh Mela every 6 years and a Maha Kumbh Mela every 144 years.

The full Kumbh mela is held every 12 years, while an Ardh (half) mela is held after about 6 years at the same site. The 2013 Kumbh mela was the largest religious gathering in the world with almost 120 million visitors. An Ardh Kumbh mela was held in early 2019.

people blindly faith and they visit to pryagraj kumbh mela because they comes to end his sins and start a new life again People have a wish and they have also filled it. Since bathing in Kumbh in the past, there have been a lot of changes in their life that is why people like to bring Kumbh.

The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj has drawn numerous notable figures various field famous person attended kumbh mela 2025 and here its list ..

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi: Participated in the holy dip at the Triveni Sangam on February 5, 2025, accompanied by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.
• Actor Sanjay Mishra: Praised the well-organized event and took part in the sacred celebrations.
• Actor Avinash Tiwary: Known for his acting talent, he immersed himself in the festival’s peaceful atmosphere, reflecting the profound impact the event.
• Additionally, the festival has seen participation from international figures such as Laurene Powell Jobs, widow of Steve Jobs, and actor Richard Gere, who have been drawn to the event’s spiritual significance.

“Kumbh Mela is an awe-inspiring confluence of faith, tradition, and spirituality—one of the largest human gatherings on Earth. Held every 12 years at four sacred locations in India—Prayagraj, Haridwar, Nashik, and Ujjain—this grand festival attracts millions of pilgrims, saints, and seekers from around the world. At its heart lies the sacred ritual of taking a holy dip in the river, believed to cleanse sins and lead to salvation. The festival is a spectacle of devotion, where Akhadas of sadhus, mystical ascetics, and cultural performances bring ancient traditions to life. Kumbh Mela is more than just an event—it is a journey of the soul, a celebration of divine energy, and a testament to the enduring power of faith.”