Rajim, Chhattisgarh · February 20 to March 6, 2027
Rajim Kumbh Mela
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When is Rajim Kumbh Mela 2027?
Rajim Kumbh Mela 2027 is expected to run February 20 to March 6, 2027. The dates follow the usual pattern and are not announced yet.
2027February 20 to March 6, 2027Expected
How the dates are set: The fair starts on Magh Purnima and ends on Maha Shivratri, so the dates shift each year with the Hindu calendar.
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Your airport to Rajim · February 20 to March 6, 2027
Rajim Kumbh Mela schedule
- February 1 to 15, 2026: The 2026 Rajim Kumbh Kalp Mela was announced for February 1 to 15, 2026.
- Every year: By tradition the fair starts on Magh Purnima with the first holy dip and ends on Maha Shivratri.
Sources: dprcg.gov.in, explorechhattisgarh.in
Getting to Rajim Kumbh Mela
- Rajim is 48 km south-east of Raipur, the capital of Chhattisgarh, at the confluence of the Mahanadi, Pairi and Sondur rivers.
Source: hindustantimes.com
Where to stay in Rajim
- Rajim town has several dharamshalas and local lodges, but during the fair they book up about a month in advance.
Source: explorechhattisgarh.in
History of Rajim Kumbh Mela
Rajim is known as the Prayag of Chhattisgarh. Legend gives its ancient name as Kamalkshetra or Padampur, and Lord Vishnu is worshipped in its temple. The group of temples includes Kaleshwar Mahadev, Rajiv Lochan and Rajeshwar.
Source: hindustantimes.com
Rajim Kumbh Mela: questions people ask
Where is the Rajim Mela held?
It is held at Rajim in Gariaband district, Chhattisgarh, where the Mahanadi, Pairi and Sondur rivers meet.
How far is Rajim from Raipur?
Rajim is about 48 km south-east of Raipur.
Why is Rajim called the Prayag of Chhattisgarh?
Rajim sits at the confluence of three holy rivers, the Mahanadi, Pairi and Sondur, and is known by that name.
Where can I stay during the Rajim Mela?
Rajim has dharamshalas and local lodges. They tend to be booked a month ahead during the fair.
Sources: explorechhattisgarh.in, hindustantimes.com
About Rajim Kumbh Mela
A two-week river fair at the meeting of three rivers, with temple visits and holy dips from Magh Purnima to Maha Shivratri.
The Rajim Kumbh Mela (also called the Rajim Maghi Punni Mela) takes place at the confluence of the Mahanadi, Pairi and Sondur rivers in Gariaband district. It begins on Magh Purnima with the first holy dip and runs to Maha Shivratri. Rajim is called the Prayag of Chhattisgarh, and its temples are part of the draw. Rooms in town are scarce and book up about a month ahead during the fair.
Know before you go
- Town lodges and dharamshalas fill up about a month before the fair, so book early.
- The main temples are Kuleshwar Mahadev and Rajiv Lochan.
- Raipur (RPR) is the nearest big city, and Rajim lies about 48 km south-east of it.
Rajim Kumbh Mela bucket list
Your airport to Rajim · February 20 to March 6, 2027
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