TO OBSERVE KALPVAS AT MAHA KUMBH MELA
TO OBSERVE KALPVAS AT MAHA KUMBH MELA
PRAYAGRAJ: The Maha Kumbh Mela, one of the most revered spiritual events in Hinduism, is set to commence on January 13, 2025, in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. Occurring every twelve years, this grand congregation attracts millions of devotees, saints, and seekers from around the world.
Centered at the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati rivers, the event embodies deep spiritual significance and serves as a profound journey of faith, devotion, and community. According to reports, this year, the Maha Kumbh Mela will witness a notable participant in Laurene Powell Jobs, the billionaire widow of Steve Jobs, who will partake in the ancient Hindu practice of Kalpvas.
Apple heiress Laurene Powell Jobs, a billionaire entrepreneur and philanthropist, is set to participate in the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, bringing an international spotlight to this deeply spiritual event.
According to reports, she will arrive in Prayagraj on January 13 and stay at the camp of Swami Kailashananda, the Mahamandaleshwar of the Niranjani Akhara. During her visit, Powell Jobs will observe Kalpvas until January 29, immersing herself in rituals and taking sacred dips at the Sangam.
Her decision to partake in such a traditional and spiritual practice underscores the universal significance of the Maha Kumbh, transcending cultural and geographical boundaries to attract people from all walks of life.