Archive · 31 Jan 2026
Kerala Hosts First Kumbh Mela
Kerala is hosting its first Kumbh Mela, a big Hindu festival, at the Nava Mukunda Temple in Thirunavaya.
Thousands of people are visiting the river Bharathapuzha to take holy dips and participate in rituals.
The event is organized by various groups and supported by different political leaders.
Some people believe this festival will make Hindus in Kerala stronger and more united.
The festival is seen as a way to bring back old traditions and make the Hindu community feel more secure.
The government and local leaders have shown support, and even people from other communities are helping out.
The festival has attracted more visitors than expected, and it's changing the way people see the temple and the river.
Kerala is hosting its first Kumbh Mela at the Nava Mukunda Temple in Thirunavaya, Malappuram district.
The 18-day event ends on February 3 and involves holy dips in the Bharathapuzha river and Vedic chants.
Organized by groups like Bharatheeya Dharma Prachara Sabha and Mohanji Foundation, with key figures including Mata Amritanandamayi and Swami Anandavam Bharati.
The festival aims to revive Hindu traditions and culture in Kerala, with political implications for parties like the BJP, CPI(M), and Congress.
The event has attracted more visitors than expected, with daily attendance reaching up to a lakh (100,000) people, and has received support from various communities.
- Who
- Organized by Bharatheeya Dharma Prachara Sabha, Mohanji Foundation, and others; key figures include Mata Amritanandamayi, Swami Anandavam Bharati, and V N Vasavan
- What
- Kerala's first Kumbh Mela, a Hindu festival involving holy dips and rituals
- When
- 18-day event ending on February 3
- Where
- Nava Mukunda Temple, Thirunavaya, Malappuram district, Kerala
- Why
- To revive Hindu traditions and culture in Kerala, with a focus on river worship and Hindu revivalism
- Location
- Nava Mukunda Temple, Thirunavaya, Malappuram district, Kerala
- Duration
- 18 days, ending on February 3
- Organizers
- Bharatheeya Dharma Prachara Sabha, Mohanji Foundation, and others
- Key Figures
- Mata Amritanandamayi, Swami Anandavam Bharati, V N Vasavan
- Expected Sadhus
- Around 750 more expected
- Daily Attendance
- Up to a lakh (100,000) people
- River
- Bharathapuzha (Dakshin Ganga)
- Political Implications
- BJP sees potential gains, CPI(M) remains neutral, Congress sees no politics
