The grand event concludes on Wednesday as millions take a dip on MahaShivaratri
GN Bureau | February 26, 2025
The Mahakumbh that began on January 13, a day before Makarsakranti, concluded on February 26, the holy occason of MahaShivaratri. This time, the once-in-12-years event has broken all records of participation as millions from across the country and around the world came to Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh to take a holy dip.
Here are some of the memorable images from the biggest gathering in humankind:
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