Shravani Mela is a major religious pilgrimage associated with Lord Shiva. During the holy month of Shravan, large numbers of devotees undertake the Kanwar Yatra toward Baba Baidyanath Dham in Deoghar.

Shravani Mela 2026 takes place during the holy month of Shravan. The exact official programme, dates and timings should be checked against current government and district administration announcements.

The mela brings together faith, pilgrimage, service, community participation and the traditional worship of Lord Shiva.

The pilgrimage begins at Ajgaivinath Dham (Sultanganj), Bihar, where Kanwariyas collect sacred water from the Ganga.

The traditional destination is Baba Baidyanath Dham in Deoghar, Jharkhand.

Devotees undertaking the Kanwar pilgrimage are commonly known as Kanwariyas. Many wear saffron clothing and carry a Kanwar containing sacred Ganga water.

The sacred water is traditionally carried in containers attached to a Kanwar, which pilgrims carry during their journey.

The traditional pilgrimage is undertaken on foot. Pilgrims should follow official route and safety instructions during the mela.

“Bol Bam” is a devotional expression widely associated with the Kanwar pilgrimage and Lord Shiva devotion.

The commonly cited walking distance is around 105–110 km, depending on the route and measurement used. Official local route information should be followed for the current pilgrimage season.

Ajgaivinath Dham is the sacred starting point of the Kanwar pilgrimage at Sultanganj in Bihar.

Kanwariyas traditionally collect sacred Ganga water at Ajgaivinath Dham before beginning their pilgrimage toward Baba Baidyanath Dham.

Visitors and devotees can visit the sacred site subject to local administration, temple management and crowd management arrangements.

Baba Baidyanath Dham is a major Hindu pilgrimage centre in Deoghar, Jharkhand, associated with Lord Shiva.

Kanwariyas traditionally offer the sacred Ganga water they have carried from the pilgrimage's starting point to Baba Baidyanath.

The Deoghar-side inauguration programme is scheduled for July 30, 2026. Visitors should check the latest official district administration announcements for programme timings and arrangements.

Pilgrims can reach Sultanganj by available road and rail connections. During Shravani Mela, special arrangements may operate, so travellers should verify current transport schedules before departure.

Deoghar can be reached by road, rail and air connections serving the region. Current transport schedules should be checked before travelling.

It is generally advisable to carry only essential items and follow official baggage and security instructions.

Traffic restrictions, diversions and special routes may be introduced during peak pilgrimage periods. Always follow current instructions from the local administration and police.

Depending on the location and official arrangements, pilgrims may find camps, rest areas, dharmshalas, community facilities and other accommodation options.

A Vishram Sthal is a designated resting facility where pilgrims can take a break during the journey.

For hotels and private accommodation, advance booking is recommended during busy periods. Availability of free or community facilities depends on official arrangements.

During Shravani Mela, community kitchens, charitable service centres and other food facilities may operate along the pilgrimage route.

Pilgrims should use safe drinking-water facilities and carry water when appropriate. Follow official health and public-safety instructions.

Pilgrims should use hygienic and trusted food facilities and exercise normal caution with food and water.

Special medical and first-aid facilities may be established during the mela. Their exact locations and operating arrangements should be checked through current official announcements.

Seek assistance from the nearest authorised medical facility or emergency service and immediately inform mela volunteers or authorities if necessary.

Yes. Elderly pilgrims and people with health concerns should plan carefully, stay hydrated, take sufficient rest and follow medical advice.

Remain calm, follow barricades and official instructions, avoid pushing and stay with your group whenever possible.

Yes. Parents and guardians should ensure that children have appropriate identification and emergency contact information.

Go to an authorised help desk, police post, information centre or designated meeting point. Avoid wandering through unfamiliar crowded areas.

Yes. Traffic, crowd-control, security and pilgrimage instructions are intended to protect pilgrims and should be followed.

Report the loss to an authorised lost-and-found centre, help desk, police post or mela authority as soon as possible.

Hand found property to an authorised authority or designated lost-and-found centre rather than keeping it.

The website can provide information about the lost-and-found system. Official reports should be made through authorised mela, police or district administration channels.

The website provides information about the history, Kanwar Yatra, travel, accommodation, events, gallery, videos, lost-and-found information and other useful resources related to Shravani Mela.

This website should not be presented as an official government website unless it has actually received official recognition or authorisation. Government announcements should be verified through official government and district administration sources.

Yes. Routes, traffic arrangements, accommodation, crowd-control measures, event schedules and facilities may change. Current official announcements should always take priority.