Around 12,000 Naga sadhus will be ordained by select ancient Hindu akhadas during the Mahakumbh-2025. Just seven akhadas out of the total 13 recognised Hindu monastic orders have Naga sadhus in them.

often known as Mahila Naga Sadhus, are Hindu Ascetics who have renounced worldly possessions. They maintain a life of austerity and celibacy. They dedicate their lives to the worship of Lord Shiva.

Upon reaching the temple, the sadhus were given special darshan, where they performed Rudrabhishek with sacred offerings of milk, honey, and bel leaves to Lord Shiva. (PTI photo) It is believed ...

On Monday morning, Naga Sadhus assembled at Hanuman Garhi ... He further emphasized that the Indian philosophy of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam—the world as one family—is deeply reflected in the ...