| Attribute |
Details |
| Event Name |
Ujjain Kumbh Mela (Simhastha) |
| Location |
Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, India |
| Main River |
Shipra River (Sacred Bathing Site) |
| Next Scheduled Year |
2028 (Occurs every 12 years) |
| Spiritual Significance |
It is believed that bathing in the Shipra during the Mela washes away sins and grants moksha (liberation). |
| Major Rituals |
Shahi Snan (Royal Bath), Kalpvas, Yajnas, Satsangs, Akhara Processions |
| Key Akharas Participating |
Juna Akhara, Niranjani Akhara, Mahanirvani Akhara, etc. |
| Estimated Pilgrim Footfall |
Over 50 million during peak days |
| How to Reach |
By Train (Ujjain Junction), By Air (Indore Airport - 55 km), By Road (NH52/NH3) |
| Accommodation Options |
Dharmshalas, Camps, Hotels, Government Tents, Ashrams |