About the Event
Simhastha
Kumbh 2028
The world's greatest spiritual congregation — where millions seek divine blessing, liberation, and moksha on the banks of the holy Kshipra.
12 Years
Sacred Cycle
Apr 2028
Event Date
5 Crore+
Pilgrims Expected
30+ Days
Duration
Spiritual Significance
Why Ujjain?
Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga
Ujjain is home to the sacred Mahakaleshwar — one of the 12 Jyotirlingas and the only self-manifested (Swayambhu) Shivalinga. Lord Shiva here is the destroyer of Time itself.
Holy Kshipra River
The Kshipra (Shipra) river is considered as sacred as the Ganga during Kumbh Mela. Taking a dip here during the auspicious astronomical configuration grants moksha (liberation).
Simhastha Yoga
The rare celestial alignment when Jupiter (Guru) enters Simha (Leo) rashi and the Sun enters Mesh (Aries) creates the most powerful period for spiritual purification.
Ancient City
Ujjain, also known as Avantika, is one of the seven sacred cities (Sapta Puri) of Hinduism. It has been a center of learning, astronomy, and devotion for thousands of years.
Schedule
Event Timeline
Pre-Event
Jan–Mar 2028- –Pilgrim registration opens
- –Infrastructure development
- –Akhada camps set up
- –Volunteer recruitment
Main Event
Apr–May 2028- –April 14 — First Shahi Snan (Baisakhi)
- –April 22 — Second Shahi Snan (Akshaya Tritiya)
- –April 27 — Third Shahi Snan (Purnima)
- –Daily Ganga Aarti at Ram Ghat
Cultural
Throughout April- –Classical music & dance performances
- –Spiritual discourses (Pravachans)
- –Yoga & meditation camps
- –Handicraft and food melas
Holy Orders
The 13 Akhadas
The Akhadas are ancient monastic orders of Hindu ascetics. Their procession (Shahi Snan) during Kumbh is a magnificent sight.
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