The sadhu akharas at the Kumbh Mela are more than spiritual sanctuaries. These camps, led by ascetic monks, have become ...

Discover the unique process of selecting Naga Sadhus at the Maha Kumbh Mela. Learn about the initiation rituals, registration process, and the spiritual significance of becoming a Naga Sadhu in one of ...

The man appears in a silhouette after rising from the river. His dreadlocked hair is flicked backwards, sending a stream of ...

In the Maha Kumbh, Naga Sadhus take the royal dip first, followed by permission for the general public to bathe. Know how ...

While the British colonial rule had banned nudity, it was not easy to enforce it within the arena of a religious festival like the Kumbh ...

The initiation of thousands of Naga Sadhus is underway at the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. Applicants are being processed across several Akharas, with rigorous eligibility checks and traditional rituals ...

The Naga Sadhus became the center of attraction during the last Amrit Snan of Mahakumbh 2025, captivating thousands of ...

Mahakumbh mela sees female Naga Sadhvis continuing their spiritual practices despite the natural process of menstruation.