Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is the second top official after Prime Minister Narendra Modi to offer condolences to the ...

Well, let’s talk about them, who they are, and their role in this Kumbh Mela. The history of Naga Sadhus is very old; evidence of legacy may be discovered in Mohenjo-daro coins and pictures ...

In 2 days, the Kumbh attracted 6 crore devotees from far and wide and the Naga Sadhus continue to lead the pack - be it in holy bath processions or raising the interest of the people. Bare body ...

All akharas are making their traditional cantonment entries in the Maha Kumbh Mela area as per schedule. The procession featured Naga Sadhus, Acharyas, Mandaleshwars, and Mahamandaleshwars from ...

Today's scenes from the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj... IMAGE: A Naga sadhu blesses a devotee during the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025. Photograph: Anushree Fadnavis/Reuters IMAGE: Amit Kumar ...

The process of initiating new Naga Sadhus has commenced at the Akharas ... For the Akharas, the Kumbh Mela is not only an occasion for the holy Amrit Snan but also a crucial opportunity for ...

Naga sadhus showcase sacred weapons at Mahakumbh ... not take them out during peshwai (formal entry of akhada into the Kumbh Mela) because their tips should not touch the ground,” he added.

The Maha Kumbh Mela not only showcases the spiritual depth of Sanatan Dharma but also highlights the enigmatic lives of its sadhus and saints. Among them, the Naga Sadhus are a prominent ...

Sadhus (ascetics) from different centres belonging to these Akharas are currently camping at Prayagraj, for the Maha Kumbh Mela, which takes place till February 26. Some of them have travelled ...

The initiation ceremony for 8,000 sages into the esteemed order of Naga Sadhus commenced Saturday at Triveni Ghat in Prayagraj, the site of the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela. As part of this sacred ...

Female Naga Sadhus, often referred to as "Naga Sadhvis," are a rare but significant presence at the Kumbh Mela. They take part in the sacred ‘Shahi Snan’ (royal bath), lead processions ...