What are the Haridwar Ardh Kumbh 2027 Amrit Snan dates?

The three confirmed Amrit Snan (formerly Shahi Snan) dates are 6 March 2027 (Mahashivratri), 8 March 2027, and 14 April 2027 (Mesha Sankranti/Baisakhi), agreed by the Uttarakhand government and all 13 Akharas. The full Mela runs 14 January to 20 April 2027, with additional Snan Parva dates throughout.

Where does the bathing take place in Haridwar?

Primarily at Har Ki Pauri, specifically the Brahma Kund section, on the banks of the Ganga where it exits the Himalayan foothills into the plains.

Why is Har Ki Pauri considered sacred?

Hindu tradition holds that drops of Amrit fell here at Brahma Kund during the Samudra Manthan, and that Vishnu left a footprint on a stone wall at the ghat. The current ghat structure is traditionally linked to King Vikramaditya, built around the 1st century BCE/CE in memory of his brother Bharthari.

How do I reach Haridwar for the Ardh Kumbh?

By air, Dehradun's Jolly Grant Airport is roughly 35 km away. By rail, Haridwar Junction is a major station with direct trains from Delhi, Mumbai and other major cities. By road, Haridwar is about 220 km from Delhi via NH334, roughly 5-6 hours by car.

Is Haridwar 2027 a full Kumbh or an Ardh Kumbh?

It is an Ardh (half) Kumbh, held roughly midway through the 12-year cycle between two Purna Kumbhs. Ardh Kumbh is unique to Haridwar and Prayagraj — Nashik and Ujjain do not host this mid-cycle event.

Haridwar Ardh Kumbh 2027 | Amrit Snan Dates, Har Ki Pauri History & Travel Guide

Name: Haridwar Ardh Kumbh Mela 2027
Start: 2027-01-14
End: 2027-04-20
Location: Har Ki Pauri

Next hosting

2027

Ardh Kumbh

Sacred river

Ganga

Uttarakhand

Astrological trigger

Kumbha (Aquarius) — Jupiter, Sun and Moon

Where the bathing happens

Har Ki Pauri

Haridwar's Ardh Kumbh in 2027 falls in the same broad window as Nashik's Purna Kumbh, making late 2026 through 2027 an unusually active period across the network.

Last full Kumbh here: 2021 (Purna Kumbh).

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The calendar

Haridwar Ardh Kumbh 2027 Amrit Snan dates

The Mela runs 97 days, from Makar Sankranti to Chaitra Purnima, with ten official Snan Parva dates. Three are the principal Amrit Snan (formerly called Shahi Snan) days.

Date	Day	Snan	Occasion
14 Jan 2027	—	Commencement	Makar Sankranti
6 Mar 2027	Saturday	First	Mahashivratri
8 Mar 2027	Monday	Second	Somvati Amavasya
14 Apr 2027	Wednesday	Third	Mesha Sankranti / Baisakhi
20 Apr 2027	—	Conclusion	Chaitra Purnima

These are the same dates tracked on the full 2026–2050 calendar. The three Amrit Snan dates were agreed between the Uttarakhand government and all 13 Akharas; a handful of other Snan Parva dates fall across the 97-day window, confirmed closer to the event.

Why this ghat is sacred

The story behind Har Ki Pauri

The name itself carries two readings — "Har" is read either as Hari (Vishnu) or Har (Shiva) — and the ghat's history predates any single tradition claiming it.

Brahma Kund and the Amrit drop

Tradition holds that as Garuda carried the pitcher of Amrit after the Samudra Manthan, a drop fell here — one of four such spots across India, alongside Prayagraj, Nashik and Ujjain.

Vishnu's footprint

A stone wall at the ghat bears what devotees believe is Vishnu's footprint, marking the point where the Ganga is said to leave the Himalayan foothills for the plains.

Built for a brother's devotion

The ghat's construction is traditionally credited to King Vikramaditya of Ujjain, built around the 1st century BCE/CE in memory of his brother Bharthari, who meditated at this spot on the riverbank.

Getting there

How to reach Haridwar

By air

Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun is roughly 35 km away, with regular flights from Delhi and other major cities.

By rail

Haridwar Junction is a major railhead with direct trains from Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Chennai — expect additional Mela-special services closer to the Amrit Snan dates.

By road

About 220 km from Delhi via NH334, roughly 5-6 hours by car. Uttarakhand Transport Corporation typically runs dedicated Mela shuttle buses during peak dates.

Planning your stay

Where pilgrims typically stay

Haridwar's proximity to Rishikesh means accommodation options span from riverside ashrams to full-service hotels, with prices climbing sharply around each Amrit Snan date.

Ashrams & dharamshalas

Numerous religious trusts operate low-cost stays near the ghats — the most affordable option, requiring early booking during peak Snan dates.

Hotels near Har Ki Pauri

Mid-range and upscale hotels cluster within walking distance of the main ghat, and additional Rishikesh options are a short drive away.

Tent camps

Temporary tent accommodation is set up for the Mela period along the outskirts, offering a budget-to-mid-range alternative closer to the crowds.

Compare verified options on our sister site, Kumbh Mela Directory, or start with our own stay booking guide.

Common questions

Haridwar Kumbh, answered directly

6 March 2027 (Mahashivratri), 8 March 2027 (Somvati Amavasya), and 14 April 2027 (Mesha Sankranti/Baisakhi) are the three confirmed Amrit Snan dates, agreed by the Uttarakhand government and all 13 Akharas.

Primarily at Har Ki Pauri, specifically the Brahma Kund section, where the Ganga exits the Himalayan foothills into the plains.

Tradition holds that a drop of Amrit fell here at Brahma Kund during the Samudra Manthan, and that Vishnu left a footprint on a stone wall at the ghat. The ghat itself is traditionally linked to King Vikramaditya, built around 2,000 years ago.

By air via Dehradun's Jolly Grant Airport (35 km); by rail via Haridwar Junction, a major station with direct connections from most metros; or by road, about 220 km / 5-6 hours from Delhi via NH334.

It's an Ardh (half) Kumbh, roughly midway through the 12-year cycle between two Purna Kumbhs. Only Haridwar and Prayagraj host this mid-cycle event — Nashik and Ujjain do not.

Terms used on this page

A quick Haridwar glossary

Brahma Kund: The most sacred section of Har Ki Pauri, believed to be the exact spot where Amrit fell during the Samudra Manthan.
Amrit Snan: The current official term for what was historically called Shahi Snan — the principal royal bathing days led by the Akhadas.
Panch Tirth: The five-site pilgrimage circuit around Haridwar: Har Ki Pauri, Kushavart, Kankhal, Mansa Devi and Chandi Devi.
Ganga Aarti: The daily evening lamp ceremony performed at Har Ki Pauri, drawing large crowds even outside the Mela period.

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