Maha Kumbh 2021: Devotees participate in third 'Shahi Snan' in Haridwar today
Amid the sudden surge in COVID-19 infections across the country, thousands of devotees took a holy dip at the Har Ki Pauri ghat in Uttarakhand’s Haridwar to mark the third ‘shahi snan’ in Kumbh on Wednesday (April 14).
Apr 14, 2021, 07:12 AM IST
Kumbh Mela 2021 'Shahi Snan' in Haridwar on April 14, lakhs of devotees expected to take holy dip
Kumbh Mela 2021 third 'shahi snan' will take place on Wednesday the preparations undertaken by the police administration is said to be complete.
Apr 13, 2021, 22:40 PM IST
Kumbh Mela 2021: Huge turnout on the occasion of Somvati Amavasya amid surge in COVID-19 cases- In Pics
On the occasion of the second royal bath of the Maha Kumbh on Monday (April 12), several devotees took a holy bath in the Ganga river at Har Ki Pauri in Haridwar.
Apr 13, 2021, 13:39 PM IST
Maha Kumbh Mela 2021: Devotees to participate in third ‘Shahi Snan’ in Haridwar on April 14
The third royal bath of the Maha Kumbh is on Wednesday (April 14). On the occasion several devotees will take a holy bath in the Ganga river at Har Ki Pauri in Haridwar.
Apr 13, 2021, 11:26 AM IST
Kumbh Mela 2021: Devotees participate in second 'Shahi Snan' at Har Ki Pauri in Haridwar
Nepal's last King Gyanendra Veer Vikram Singh has also arrived in Haridwar to participate in the ongoing Kumbh festivities.
Apr 12, 2021, 06:53 AM IST
Kumbh Mela 2021: Rishikesh's Bharat Bhoomi tourist complex to be set up as COVID care centre
In view of increasing COVID-19 cases in Uttrakhand, the Dehradun district administration has acquired Bharat Bhumi Tourist complex under Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam in Rishikesh to utilise it as a COVID care centre.
Apr 07, 2021, 08:59 AM IST
Coronavirus at Kumbh Mela 2021, around 300 COVID-19 cases reported from Haridwar in last 4 days
The coronavirus has reached Kumbh Mela 2021 with as many as seven saints at Krishna Ashram located in Shankaracharya Chowk testing positive for the infection.
Apr 03, 2021, 17:54 PM IST
Kumbh live photos: Check latest photos from Haridwar Maha Kumbh 2021
The Haridwar Kumbh Mela commenced on Thursday (April 1) in Uttarakhand. Amid surge in COVID-19 cases, new Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) were issued by the state government to contain the spread of the virus.
Apr 01, 2021, 09:08 AM IST
Kumbh Mela 2021 begins in Haridwar today, new COVID-19 guidelines in place for devotees
The Haridwar Kumbh Mela commenced on Thursday (April 1) in Uttarakhand. Devotees will participate in three shahi snans which are slated for April 12, 14 and 27.
Apr 01, 2021, 07:47 AM IST
18-inch 'naga sadhu' becomes star attraction at this year's Kumbh Mela
An 18-inch tall dreadlocked 'Naga sadhu' or Hindu holy man, wearing rosary beads, with dreamy eyes, considered as the "world's smallest saint" is grabbing eyeballs at the 'Kumbh Mela', the world's largest religious festival.
Mar 30, 2021, 18:35 PM IST
Kumbh Mela 2021: Important dates, COVID-19 guidelines, registration link - All you need to know
This year, the fair will be organised for a shorter span.
Mar 21, 2021, 14:03 PM IST
DDMA issues COVID-19 advisory for people visiting Kumbh Mela starting from April 1
In an advisory, the Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) has asked people attending the congregation to take extra precautions and follow COVID-19-related instructions issued by authorities. A sizeable number of pilgrims from Delhi are expected to visit the mela beginning on April 1, it said.
Mar 17, 2021, 13:31 PM IST
Preparations in full swing in Haridwar for Kumbh Mela, first holy bath on 'Shivratri'
Devotees will be required to register on the web portal of the Mela and their documents would be validated first before they are issued e-passes. According to State Chief Secretary Om Prakash, People violating COVID-19 SOPs at 2021 Kumbh Mela Haridwar, will be prosecuted.
Mar 10, 2021, 10:24 AM IST
Kumbh Mela 2021: Uttarakhand government issues COVID-19 SOP for devotees, penal action against violators
The Uttarakhand government has made it mandatory for devotees to produce a negative report of RT-PCR test for COVID-19. The SOP also makes it compulsory for devotees to bring a medical fitness certificate and an e-pass or e-permit issued to them after registering on the Kumbh Mela web portal.
Mar 01, 2021, 18:34 PM IST
Kumbh Mela 2021 limited to 30 days amid coronavirus scare, will begin on April 1
Due to the coronavirus crisis, the Uttarakhand government has decided to limit the Kumbh this year for 30 days. The government will issue the notice by the end of March stating that this time Kumbh will be held from April 1 to April 30.
Feb 18, 2021, 09:56 AM IST
Centre issues guidelines for Kumbh Mela 2021 in Haridwar; see details
As per the SOP, all devotees desirous of attending the mela must register with Uttarakhand government. They also have to obtain a compulsory medical certificate from Community health centre or district hospital or medical college in their states.
Jan 24, 2021, 18:47 PM IST
Kumbh Mela 2021: NSG commandos to be deployed for safety, says Uttarakhand police
NSG commandos will be deployed for safety during the Haridwar Kumbh Mela 2021. The state police chief has said two NSG teams will be deployed during the Kumbh Mela.
Jan 14, 2021, 09:41 AM IST
Kumbh Mela 2021: Important dates, venue, Shahi Snan, Ganga Snan other details
Kumbh Mela 2021 will begin in Haridwar on January 14 and there will be 4 Shahi Snan and 6 major baths on Kumbh.
Jan 05, 2021, 08:48 AM IST
Video : 8 CISF-trained dogs served in Delhi Metro & Kumbh Mela, get retirement
After serving the Delhi Metro for the last ten years and at big events like the Kumbh Mela, 08 dogs of CISF's Canine-Squad were bid farewell in a function in the capital today.
Dec 24, 2020, 20:42 PM IST
Kumbh Mela tent supplier firm charged with Rs 109.85 cr fraud, 11 booked
A tent supplier for the Kumbh Mela has been charged with fraud worth a whopping Rs 109.85 crore.
Dec 06, 2020, 16:25 PM IST
