Mon Feb 03 13:12:24 UTC 2025: ## Millions to Take Holy Dip in Prayagraj for Mahakumbh’s Third Amrit Snan
**Prayagraj, India** – The ongoing Mahakumbh Mela in Prayagraj is witnessing a massive influx of devotees from across India and the world. Millions are converging daily at the Triveni Sangam (confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers) to participate in the sacred “Amrit Snan” (holy bath). Following the first two Amrit Snans on Makar Sankranti and Mauni Amavasya, the third and final one is scheduled for Vasant Panchami.
This year’s Mahakumbh, a significant event occurring only once every 144 years, has seen unprecedented participation. The auspicious timing for the Vasant Panchami Amrit Snan is between 5:23 AM and 6:16 AM on February 3rd, 2025, coinciding with the Brahma Muhurta (a sacred pre-dawn time). Devotees believe bathing during this period brings immense spiritual purification and washes away sins.
Vasant Panchami, celebrated on February 2nd and 3rd this year, holds immense religious significance as the day dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, the goddess of knowledge and learning. The confluence of this auspicious day with the Mahakumbh further amplifies the sanctity of the Amrit Snan. The holy bath is considered a path to achieving spiritual purity, peace, prosperity, and even moksha (liberation). The entire period of Vasant Panchami, falling between 9:14 AM on February 2nd and 6:52 AM on February 3rd, is considered auspicious.
The authorities are making significant arrangements to manage the massive crowds and ensure the safety and well-being of pilgrims during this important religious event.
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