The Maha Kumbh Mela is a momentous event, deeply rooted in Indian spirituality and occurring once every 12 years. Millions of devotees and tourists from around the globe are expected to attend the event, which is set to take place in Prayagraj in 2025 from January 13 to February 26. It is taking place this year after 144 years as it is considered one of the rarest planetary alignments involving the Moon, Sun, Mercury, and Jupiter, thereby making it one of the biggest spiritual events to take place . The date and time for Kumbh Mela are specifically determined through a particular alignment of planets and also by Jupiter . Historical and Mythological Significance The origins of the Kumbh Mela are deeply based in Hindu mythology, especially from the legend called the Samudra Manthan, or Churning of the Ocean of Milk. According to this ancient fable, the gods (Devas) and demons (Asuras) mutually agreed to churn the cosmic ocean to obtain the Amrita-the ne...