My first photo travel series from the 2012 Maha Kumbhmela is a collection of images that captures the essence of this extraordinary Hindu pilgrimage and festival. The Kumbh Mela is a spectacle of faith, devotion, and spirituality, drawing millions of pilgrims from all over India and the world. The images in my series depict the grandeur of the event, with colorful tents and makeshift ashrams lining the banks of the holy rivers, throngs of devotees taking ritual baths, and sadhus (Hindu ascetics) performing sacred rites and rituals. My photos also showcase the diversity of the crowd, with people from different walks of life and backgrounds coming together in a celebration of faith and devotion. From the vibrant colors of the saris to the solemn faces of the devotees, my photos capture the emotions and energy of this once-in-a-lifetime event that repeats itself once in every 144 years.