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Assam Gears Up for Ambubachi Mela: Over 8 Lakh Devotees Anticipated
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🗓 18 Jun 2026, 12:32 PM
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Assam is making preparations for the upcoming Ambubachi Mela, a significant religious festival expected to draw over 8 lakh devotees.
The northeastern state of Assam is finalizing arrangements for the annual Ambubachi Mela, a prominent Hindu festival. Authorities anticipate a large influx of pilgrims, with projections indicating that more than 800,000 devotees will participate in the event this year.
The sacred rituals are scheduled to begin with 'Pravritti' on June 22. Following a period of three days during which the temple doors remain closed, the festival will conclude with 'Nivritti' on June 26, marking the reopening of the temple.
The Ambubachi Mela is a significant event for devotees, particularly those who revere Goddess Kamakhya, whose temple in Guwahati is a major pilgrimage site during this period.
The sacred rituals are scheduled to begin with 'Pravritti' on June 22. Following a period of three days during which the temple doors remain closed, the festival will conclude with 'Nivritti' on June 26, marking the reopening of the temple.
The Ambubachi Mela is a significant event for devotees, particularly those who revere Goddess Kamakhya, whose temple in Guwahati is a major pilgrimage site during this period.