Simhastha 2028 on the Shipra, city of Mahakal

Ujjain

Ujjain, the sacred city of Mahakaleshwar on the banks of the Shipra, hosts the Simhastha Kumbh when Jupiter enters Leo. The 2028 Simhastha is expected in April–May 2028; official bathing dates will be announced by the Madhya Pradesh government and the akhadas.

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Simhastha 2028 on the Shipra, city of Mahakal

Ujjain is one of the seven Moksha-puris and home to Mahakaleshwar, the only south-facing Jyotirlinga, famous for the pre-dawn Bhasma Aarti. The Shipra snan during Simhastha draws the akhadas' grand processions.

Official dates

Events & bathing season

Simhastha Kumbh 2028Expected April – May 2028
Shahi / Amrut Snan datesTo be announced — register your interest and we will update you
Mahakaleshwar Bhasma AartiDaily, pre-dawn (advance registration with the temple is required)

Dates follow official government and akhada announcements and can change. Always reconfirm with us before travel.

Guru Maa's camp is planned within the akhada shivir area for Simhastha 2028. Location and facilities will be confirmed as official plans are announced.

Getting there

By train, air and road

Ujjain Junction (UJN) — trains from Delhi, Mumbai, Indore and Bhopal.

Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport, Indore (IDR) — ~55 km; taxis and buses to Ujjain.

~55 km from Indore via a fast highway; well connected from Bhopal (~190 km).

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Sacred places to visit

Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Ram Ghat, Shipra Harsiddhi Shaktipeeth Kal Bhairav Mandir Sandipani Ashram Mangalnath Mandir
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Book Bhasma Aarti entry online well in advance — it fills up months ahead.

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During Simhastha, expect sector-wise traffic restrictions; keep the camp's local contact handy.

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Evenings at Ram Ghat with the Shipra aarti are the calmest time for families.

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