an 14, (Makar Sankranti): By the Hindu calendar, this is the day when the sun reaches its southernmost point before it begins its journey towards the Tropic of Capricorn.
Jan 15, Mauni Amavasya-Suryagrahan Snan (bath): This is known as the holy new moon when one introspects in silence. This year, it coincided with a solar eclipse.
Jan 20, Basant Panchami: This day marks the beginning of spring and is dedicated to the goddess of learning and light, Saraswati, according to Hindu scriptures.
Jan 30, Maagh Purnima: This is the full moon day in the month of Maagh when a dip in the Ganges is said to purify bathers.
Feb 12, Shree Mahashivratri: The Shahi (royal) Snan takes place on Mahashivratri, the day when Lord Shiva married Goddess Parvati, according to Hindu mythology. It is the most important bathing day of the Maha Kumbh Mela and one of the few occasions when sadhus march in a procession to bathe in the river.
March 15, Somawati Aamavasya: The Shahi Snan in the Ganges on this new moon day is said to give long life, children and good health. Scriptures say it helps devotees attain salvation.
March 16, Shree Ramnavami: This is the birthday of Lord Ram, the hero of the Indian epic Ramayan. Bathing in the Ganges on this day is considered auspicious.
March 30, Chaitra Purnima: This is a special day for the followers of Lord Vishnu, and the bath is called Vaishnav Akhara Snan. The other deity worshipped on this day is Hanuman, either by himself or with Lord Ram.
April 14, Mesha Sankranti: This Shahi Snan takes place on New Year’s Day by the Hindu calendar, when the sun transits into the zodiac sign Aries. Traditionally, it draws the maximum number of bathers.
April 28, Vaisakh Aadhimaas: This is the last full moon of the Maha Kumbh Mela, the Purnima Snan when sadhus and devotees take their last dip in the Ganges before leaving the venue at the end of the fair.
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