MUMBAI â Kumbh Mela is one of the major pilgrimage and festivals of India. According to Hindu mythology, Kumbh Mela has its roots to the days when the Devtas (Gods) and Demons conjointly produced the nectar of immortality. Both had agreed to complete the task together.
The Devtas forcibly ceased the pot while its safety was entrusted onto the four GodsâBrahaspati, Surya, Shani and Chandra. The demons chased the Devtas for many days, and during this time the drops of Kumbh dropped in the four places of IndiaâPrayagraj, Haridwar, Ujjain and Nashik. Since then, these four places are believed to have acquired mystical powers. It is believed that during the period of Kumbh, the rivers turn into Amrit (nectar) and so pilgrims from across the globe visit the Kumbh Mela to bathe in the essence for attaining purity.