PRAYAGRAJ: Naga Sadhus, smeared in ash and showcasing their traditional combat techniques with tridents and swords, led the ...

The Naga Sadhus emerged as the center of attraction during the final Amrit Snan of Maha Kumbh 2025, mesmerizing thousands of devotees with their ancient traditions, martial arts, and spiritual fervor.

The man appears in a silhouette after rising from the river. The photo of a Naga Sadhu — a Hindu ascetic — at the confluence ...

According to a local daily, “combo packages of R3,500” have been organised under the aegis of the UP state tourism department “to see Naga-Aghori sadhus”. Powell is also an example of the ...

At the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, young sanyasis are registering to become Naga sadhus across several akharas. After thorough screening, selected candidates undergo rituals such as tonsuring and ...

The initiation ceremony for 8,000 sages into the esteemed order of Naga Sadhus commenced Saturday at Triveni Ghat in Prayagraj, the site of the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela. As part of this sacred ...

The process of initiating new Naga Sadhus has commenced at the Akharas along the banks of the Sangam as part of the preparations for Mauni Amavasya during the Maha Kumbh. Both Udasi Akharas and ...

In 2 days, the Kumbh attracted 6 crore devotees from far and wide and the Naga Sadhus continue to lead the pack - be it in holy bath processions or raising the interest of the people. Bare body ...

Today's scenes from the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj... IMAGE: A Naga sadhu blesses a devotee during the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025. Photograph: Anushree Fadnavis/Reuters IMAGE: Amit Kumar ...

Among the crowd were women Naga Sadhus, or Naga Sadhvis, who sparked curiosity with their distinct way of life. Naga Sadhus, identified by their ash-covered bodies, dreadlocked hair, and minimal ...

Hundreds of Naga Sadhus took a dip in the Triveni Sangam during the Maha Kumbh Mela on the occasion of Makar Sankranti. IMAGE: Naga sadhus of the Juna Akhara gather for the Shahi Snan at the ...