The historic Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 commenced on Monday, January 13, in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj with the "Shahi Snan". Lakhs of devotees, including foreigners, took a holy dip at Triveni Sangam - the confluence of Ganga, Yamuna and the mythical Saraswati rivers - marking the beginning of the Maha Kumbh.