Mahakumbh 2025: Naga Sadhus do these 17 adornments before the royal bath, know their significance

Mahakumbh 2025 is going to be organized in Prayagraj this year, where lakhs of devotees will come to take a holy dip in the Sangam. During this period, Naga Sadhus are also the center of attraction, because their life and their attire are especially surprising for the people. Naga Sadhus, despite being away from the worldly illusions, do 17 special make-up before going for the royal bath. Today we are going to tell you about this makeup, so let us know.

These adornments are part of their religious and cultural traditions. This adornment is a symbol of their spiritual journey and sadhana. Some special things are kept in mind in this makeup about which we are going to tell you today. Let us tell you that the grand event of Mahakumbh will start in Prayagraj from 13th January, and the first royal bath will take place on 14th January on the day of Makar Sankranti.

17 adornments of Naga Sadhu

1. Lord

2. nappy

3. Sandalwood

4. Leg bracelet (silver or iron)

5. panchakesha

6. ring

7. Flower garland (to tie around the waist)

8. tongs in hands

9. roli paste on forehead

10. Damru

11. kamandal

12. braided hair

13. Tilak

14. Lampblack

15. bracelet

16. coating of vibhuti

17. Rudraksh

Let us tell you that during Mahakumbh, the initiation of Naga Sadhus is completed after 12 years of rigorous penance. It is said that Naga Sadhus take a dip in the Sangam only when their sadhana is completed and they are purified. On the contrary, common people are purified after taking a dip in the Ganga.