Followers of various Akharas perform Shahi Snan at Kushavart, Trimbakeshwar as Nasik Maha Kumbh began on Saturday. Photo: Prashant Nakwe
According to Hindu mythology, the places were Kumbh is observed are the ones where four drops of amrit (nectar) is believed to be fallen from the kumbh (pot) when Lord Vishnu’s vahan (vehicle) Garuda sat while escaping from the demons who also wanted the share of the nectar. Photo: Prashant Nakhwe
Followers of different akharas hants loudly during procession at Sadhugram, Tapovan, ahead of Royal Bath or Shahi Snan of Kumbh Mela. Photo: Prashant Nakwe
Naga Sadhus of Panch Dashnam Avahaan Akhara during procession also called as 'Peshwai', day before first Shahi Snan of Kumbh Mela at Trimbakshewar. Photo: Prashant Nakwe.
A sadhu belonging to Nirmohi akhara single-handedly weilds a sword during the procession ahead of Royal Bath or Shahi Snan of Kumbh Mela. Photo: Prashant Nakwe