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  • Pongal 2025 School Holiday: Check Dates for School Holidays in Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh for Thai Pongal and Makar Sankranti

    Pongal 2025 School Holiday: Check Dates for School Holidays in Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh for Thai Pongal and Makar Sankranti

    An extended school holiday schedule has been announced in Tamil Nadu, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh on account of Pongal 2025 and Makar Sankranti 2025. The Tamil Nadu government has declared a holiday on January 14 for all schools, colleges and government offices in view of Pongal. In addition to this, there will be holidays on January 15 for Thiruvallur and January 16 for Uzhavar Thirunal. Since many students and employees have to travel to their native place for the festival, January 17 has also been declared a holiday. Schools and colleges will also remain shut on January 18 (Saturday) and January 19 (Sunday). In Telangana, schools will be closed on January 13 for Bhogi and on January 14 for Pongal, Sankranti and birthday of Hazrat Ali. There is an optional holiday on January 15 for Kanumu. For colleges, the holidays will start on January 11 and will continue till January 16. In Andhra Pradesh, the holidays will begin on January 10 and continue till January 19. Pongal 2025 Dates: Why Is Pongal Celebrated? Bhogi Pongal, Mattu Pongal and Other Traditions, Rituals, Delicious Recipes and More To Know About the Harvest Festival in Tamil Nadu.

    Pongal School Holidays in Tamil Nadu and Telangana

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  • Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 Start and End Dates in Prayagraj: What Are the Six Shahi Snan Dates? Know Important Mahakumbh Mela Bathing and Spiritual Rituals To Mark the Grand Festival in Uttar Pradesh

    Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 Start and End Dates in Prayagraj: What Are the Six Shahi Snan Dates? Know Important Mahakumbh Mela Bathing and Spiritual Rituals To Mark the Grand Festival in Uttar Pradesh

    The Maha Kumbh Mela is a highly auspicious, sacred, and significant Hindu gathering. Rooted in Hindu mythology, it is one of the world’s largest gatherings. The Maha Kumbh Mela is particularly special as it occurs only once every 12 years. This year, the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 will take place in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, and millions of devotees are expected to take part in the event. During the event, devotees will have the opportunity to spiritually cleanse themselves with a ritual bath at the Triveni Sangam, the confluence of the Ganga, the Yamuna, and the mythological Saraswati River. There are six dates allotted for the Shahi Snan. The event draws a diverse congregation, including sadhus, ascetics, pilgrims, saints, sadhvis, and people from all walks of life. Here’s all you need to know about the event. Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: From Bhasini App to ICCC for Traffic Control, Maha Kumbh Becomes a ‘Sangam’ of Cutting-Edge Tech With Tradition for Digital Experience and Ancient Rituals.

    Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 Start and End Dates

    The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 will begin on Monday, January 13 and conclude on Wednesday, February 26, aligning with Maha Shivratri.

    Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Shahi Snan Dates

    • Paush Purnima Snan – Monday, January 13, 2025

    • Makar Sankranti Snan – Tuesday, January 14, 2025

    • Mauni Amavasya Snan (Royal Bath/Shahi Snan) – Wednesday, January 29, 2025

    • Basant Panchami Snan (Royal Bath/Shahi Snan) – Monday, February 3, 2025

    • Maghi Purnima Snan – Wednesday, February 12, 2025

    • Maha Shivratri Snan – Wednesday, February 26, 2025

    The Kumbh Mela features a variety of ceremonies, rituals, and traditions. Among the highlights are the traditional Peshwai procession, where akharas ride on elephants, horses, and chariots, along with the display of shining swords and the sacred rituals performed by the Naga Sadhus during the Shahi snan. But the most important ritual is the Shahi Snan ritual, which is performed by taking a dip in the sacred waters. These cultural spectacles, along with all the other activities and rituals, draw millions of pilgrims and tourists from around the world to the event. Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Over 33 Lakh Users From 183 Countries Visit Official Website of Mahakumbh https://kumbh.gov.in.

    It is believed that bathing in the confluence of the rivers leads to salvation. The first ritual bath will occur on Paush Purnima, with the Naga Sadhus, who are considered the leaders of Hindu faith, being the first to take the royal dip. The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 is all set to provide a profound spiritual journey, blending faith, tradition, and devotion in an extraordinary celebration.

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