Female Naga Sadhus take bath in Ganga in Mahakumbh during periods? Know the unique lifestyle of Naagin Sadhvis

Mahakumbh 2025: There is a huge gathering of devotees in Sangam city Prayagraj on the third day of Mahakumbh 2025. This time also lakhs of people are earning virtuous benefits by taking bath in Ganga. Naga Sadhus have always been the center of attraction in Mahakumbh, but do you know about female Naga Sadhus or Naagin Sadhvis? Naagin Sadhvis are known for their strict penance and unique lifestyle.

Naagin Sadhus participate in Mahakumbh just like male Naga Sadhus. These sadhvis, who have given up household life, attract the attention of devotees through their daily routine and traditions. Today we will tell you in detail about the lifestyle of Naagin Sadhvis, their difficult rules and their special participation in Mahakumbh.

Who are Naagin Sadhvis?

Like Naga Sadhus, Naagin Sadhvis also dedicate their entire life to penance and spirituality. These sadhvis, who had separated from family life, were brought to the Akharas. "Mother," "Avadhutani" come on "Nagin" It is said. To become a female Naga Sadhu, they have to observe strict celibacy, which lasts for about 10 to 15 years. During this process they also have to do their Pind Daan and Mundan.

Do Naagin Sadhvis take bath in Ganga during periods?

The life of female Naga Sadhvis is bound by many traditions and rules. However, they do not take a dip in the Ganga during periods. Instead, they maintain purity by sprinkling Ganga water on their bodies. Saffron colored stitched clothes are prohibited for these Sadhvis. they just "Ganti" They wear clothes called 'Khishma', which are mandatory to wear throughout their life.

life of serpent sadhvis

Female Naga Sadhus are quite different from male Naga Sadhus. They are not Digambaras and always wear clothes. These sadhvis, who eat only once a day, spend their time in penance while living in the mountains. During Mahakumbh, they take bath in Ganga after the bath of male Naga Sadhus.

Naagin Sadhvis in Maha Kumbh

In Prayagraj Mahakumbh 2025, thousands of Naagin Sadhvis are participating in Amrit Snan. Women Naga Sadhvis of major Akharas like Mahanirvani Akhara, Niranjani Akhara, Juna Akhara and Panchagni Akhara are registering their presence here on the banks of Ganga. The penance, faith and discipline of these sadhvis are inspiring for the devotees.