Assam’s capital city, Guwahati, is witnessing a significant influx of devotees from various parts of the country as they gather to attend the four-day long Ambubachi Mela, which is scheduled to begin on June 22 at the Kamakhya Temple. This annual celebration held at the Kamakhya temple, one of India’s 51 Shakti Peethas, attracts devotees from far and wide. Here’s everything you need to know about this auspicious fair.
The Ambubachi Mela in Assam Situated atop the Nilachal hill in Guwahati, Kamakhya temple holds immense reverence in Assam. The annual Hindu fair, Ambubachi Mela, will commence tomorrow and continue for four days. The civil and police authorities of Kamrup Metropolitan district have assured that all necessary arrangements have been made to ensure the smooth conduct of the event.
Provisions for food, toilet facilities, and drinking water have been put in place, and tents have been set up to accommodate devotees.
On June 22, the Ambubachi Mela Pravritti (commencement) will be performed at 2:30 am, followed by Nivritti (conclusion), which will continue from June 22 to June 25. The temple’s main entrance will be closed after Pravritti and will only reopen after the Nivritti rituals have been completed.
The Nivritti ceremonies will conclude at sunrise on June 26. On June 26 and 27, general devotees will be given preference over special VIP darshan, allowing them to visit the temple and perform rituals through the general queue.
A Major Tourist Event During the mela, devotees can visit the temple premises from 5 am to 9 pm. Adequate security measures will be in place, including police personnel, volunteers, and private security guards to ensure a smooth flow of the event and assist devotees with any issues they may face.
Temporary tents will be set up at Kamakhya railway station, Sonaram Higher Secondary School field, and Pandu port to accommodate the influx of visitors.
The Ambubachi Mela commemorates the annual menstruation cycle of Goddess Maa Kamakhya. As per belief, it is during this period that the goddess undergoes her menstrual course, and hence the temple doors remain closed.
This grand festival has also gained recognition as a major tourist event, drawing over 25 lakh visitors to the temple each year. Have you ever had the opportunity to visit this temple?
