ABOUT THE AUTHOR Dr Ruchi Singh has written books on Kumbh Mela (2013, 2019) and on Hinduism (2016). ICSSR (Indian Council for Social Science Research) recognised her as an Expert on Kumbh Mela for its study on Kumbh 2019, and she contributed to ICSSR’s book on Kumbh. She is also the co-author of the book Magnificence of Kumbh, published by UP govt.(2019), and listed as a Religious Studies Expert by them. Hailing from Prayagraj, Dr Ruchi Singh, an alumnus of St Mary’s Convent, is a topper in History from the University of Allahabad, and UGC NET qualified. She has done her PhD on the Sacred Complex of Prayag and UGC Post doctoral study on Buddhism. Ruchi has taught History at the University of Hyderabad, presented Papers in National and Inter National Conferences, and made 2 important historical discoveries. Ruchi is an ardent wild lifer, and her book 'Call of the Jungle - Journey of an IFS officer' (2023) is a National best seller. She is a Masters Swimming Champion. ABOUT THE BOOK Maha Kumbh Mela is the biggest religious congregation in the World. This book delves into the historicity of the Kumbh Mela and the various rites and rituals associated with it. It analyses the importance of Pilgrimage in Hinduism and throws light on the Akharas, Naga sanyasis, Akshayvat, temples of Prayagraj, Prayag and Buddhism and Allahabad Pillar Inscription. It provides special insight on Maha Kumbh 2025 and has a Chapter on Kumbh Memoirs.