The Maha Kumbh Mela serves as a grand stage for Naga Sadhvis to display their devotion and spiritual power. Their participation in processions and rituals like the Shahi Snan is not just a visual ...

Naga Sadhus lead lives of extreme austerity, focusing on celibacy, purity, and spiritual practices aimed at liberation. They play a key role in the Maha Kumbh Mela, where their participation ...

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 ...

The procession featured Naga Sadhus, Acharyas, Mandaleshwars, and Mahamandaleshwars from several akharas parading on elephants, horses, chariots, and camels for the Maha Kumbh. The Maha Kumbh Mela ...

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 ...

One of the most well-known symbols of the Kumbh Mela is the naked men known as naga sadhus. Why are they naked, and what happens when host Bruce Feiler joins a holy man in his tent? Take a look.

For, it is the 2025 Maha Kumbh Mela, a time when people gather for what is described as the biggest religious congregation in the world. This once-in-144-years excitement is palpable on the ...

With only one week left for the Maha Kumbh Mela, thousands of devotees along ... In this grand spiritual gathering, Naga sadhus have been captivating people with their special attire and Hatha ...

Unlike other sadhus, Naga Sadhus practices Hatha Yoga. An example of their intense dedication can be witnessed at the Maha Kumbh Mela, where one Naga Sadhu has worn 1.25 lakh Rudrakshas for many ...

Brototi Chakravortay, who visited Kumbh Mela for the first time in 2019 expressed her awe, saying, “This has been a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Seeing the Naga Sadhus and taking a holy dip at ...

Ravindra Puri, President of the Akhara Parishad said after the Kumbh Mela, Naga sadhus return to the Himalayas, forests, caves, and other peaceful places to continue their spiritual practices.