The Maha Kumbh Stampede results in the cancellation of Shahi Snan as Akhada Parishad makes a crucial decision.- Watch Video on English Oneindia

The DIG Mahakumbh stated that arrangements are now in place, and the ‘Amrit Snan’ will continue as planned. Despite the tragedy, millions of devotees are expected to continue participating in the festival, which spans from January 12 to February 26.

Maha Kumbh holds immense spiritual significance for devotees across the globe. Throughout the religious festival, certain bathing dates are considered especially sacred. Mauni Amavasya, on January 29,

Shahi Snan, meaning Royal Bath, dates back to the early 19th century and was first used in 1801 during the reign of the Peshwas. This term reflects the Mughal influence on Indian culture, as 'Shahi' is an Urdu word that translates to 'royal' or 'majestic'. The term was traditionally used for the significant bathing days of the Kumbh Mela.

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On Mauni Amavasya, a stampede occurred at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj as crores gathered for the second 'shahi snan' at Triveni Sangam.

Many Injured after a “stampede-like” situation broke out at the Sangam on Wednesday (January 29, 2025) amid the ongoing Maha Kumbh, as a large number of pilgrims turned up for a holy bath on Mauni Amavasya,

Following the stampede, the Akhil Bharatiya Akhara Parishad said that the seers have called off their Mauni Amavasya's Amrit Snan. Jagatguru Rambhadracharya also appealed to devotees to take the holy dip at the nearest ghat on the Ganga and not come to the Sangam Nose.