The success of these efforts hinges on finding a balance between the people's aspirations and beliefs and the need to ensure their safety and smooth transit to and from the sacred sites.

Officials had been preparing for months for the world’s largest religious festival, with around 400 million Hindu pilgrims ...

While the politicisation of the Kumbh Mela is something one can understand, what really catches my attention is the criticism ...

At least 30 people have died during India's Kumbh Mela festival. Held every 12 years, the Kumbh Mela, which lasts over six weeks, is thought to be the largest religious gathering in the world ...

The Kumbh Mela, a key pilgrimage for Hindus, is remarkable for its sheer vastness – but this year’s festival is extra-special It’s not the size you notice first. It’s the pulse.

The Kumbh Mela is what it is because of the devotion of millions who make it an experience like no other. It is experiencing the heart and soul of India and the brotherhood of mankind. IMAGE ...

As of 08:00 India time (02:30 GMT), nearly 28 million pilgrims had performed bathing rituals at the Kumbh Mela today, officials said. They added that nearly 200 million people have bathed in the ...

Jan 29 (Reuters) - More than seven people were killed in a stampede at the Maha Kumbh Mela, or Great Pitcher Festival, in the northern Indian holy city of Prayagraj on Wednesday. Here is a look at ...

The Ardh Kumbh Mela takes place every six years in Haridwar ... Another stampede took place in 2001 when thousands of devotees gathered for the “holy dip” at a riverbank in Haridwar.

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, a once-in-144-years event, attracts millions through its spiritual, religious, and cultural vitality. This year's gathering in Prayagraj emphasizes spiritual rebirth through ...

Authorities say at least 30 people have died and a further 60 were injured in a crowd crush at the massive Kumbh Mela festival India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi has offered his condolences to ...