MAHA KUMBH MELA (A SPIRITUAL JOURNEY) (English Version)

• Author: Dr. Ruchi Singh

• Publisher: Prakhar Goonj Publications

• Language: English

• Binding: Paperback

• Pages: 169

• ISBN: 9789362109422

About the Author:
Dr. Ruchi Singh is an acclaimed scholar on Kumbh Mela and Hinduism. Recognized by the Indian Council for Social Science Research (ICSSR) as a Kumbh Mela expert, she has authored several books, including contributions to Magnificence of Kumbh (2019). A historian from Prayagraj, she holds a PhD on the Sacred Complex of Prayag and has completed postdoctoral research on Buddhism. She has taught History at the University of Hyderabad, presented at national and international conferences, and made two historical discoveries. Beyond academics, she is a national bestseller author (Call of the Jungle – Journey of an IFS Officer, 2023) and a Masters Swimming Champion.

About the Book:
Maha Kumbh Mela (A Spiritual Journey) delves into the world’s largest religious gathering, exploring its history, rituals, and significance within Hinduism. The book covers the pilgrimage, Akharas, Naga Sanyasis, Akshayvat, temples of Prayagraj, and the Allahabad Pillar Inscription. It also highlights the link between Prayag and Buddhism, provides special insights into Maha Kumbh 2025, and includes a chapter on Kumbh memoirs. This book is an essential guide for devotees, scholars, and anyone interested in the cultural and spiritual heritage of the Kumbh Mela.