Meet Our Simhastha Kumbh Mela Review Board

The Simhastha Kumbh Mela Review Board is a dedicated team of experts, scholars, and cultural historians who work closely with our editorial team to ensure the accuracy, authenticity, and quality of our content. Our board members bring deep insights into the history, rituals, and significance of the Simhastha Kumbh Mela, ensuring that our readers receive well-researched and reliable information.

For more details about our team, visit: About Simhastha Kumbh Mela.

Meet Our Review Board Members

Dr. Vedananda Shastri

Dr. Vedananda Shastri | Cultural Historian and Spiritual Advisor
Dr. Vedananda Shastri is a renowned cultural historian and spiritual advisor with over 25 years of experience in documenting Indian festivals, rituals, and traditions. His deep understanding of Vedic literature and Hindu philosophy has guided numerous research projects and public discourses on India’s sacred heritage. A visiting lecturer at several spiritual institutes, he continues to mentor young scholars in preserving India’s intangible cultural wisdom.
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Swami Adityananda Saraswati

Swami Adityananda Saraswati | Spiritual Leader and Ritual Expert
With more than 30 years of experience in guiding devotees, Swami Adityananda Saraswati has officiated at hundreds of sacred ceremonies across India, including multiple Simhastha Kumbh Melas. Known for his profound mastery in Vedic rituals and meditation sciences, he has trained thousands of disciples in traditional practice and ethical conduct. His teachings blend scriptural authenticity with modern-day spiritual relevance.
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Rishi Anant Bhardwaj

Rishi Anant Bhardwaj | Environmental Advocate and Cultural Researcher
Rishi Anant Bhardwaj is an environmental advocate and cultural researcher who has spent over two decades integrating sustainability into large-scale spiritual events. He has worked closely with eco-mission groups during the Simhastha Kumbh Mela to ensure clean river initiatives and waste-free pilgrimages. His research bridges ancient ecological wisdom with present-day environmental practices, inspiring a new generation of green pilgrims.
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Pandit Vishwajeet Upadhyay

Pandit Vishwajeet Upadhyay | Vedic Scholar and Astrologer
Pandit Vishwajeet Upadhyay is a widely respected Vedic scholar and astrologer with expertise in Jyotish Shastra and Yajurveda. For more than 15 years, he has guided devotees and researchers in understanding the cosmic significance of planetary alignments and their role in sacred rituals. His detailed writings and consultations bring clarity to ancient astrological traditions within modern spirituality.
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Acharya Rajanand Sharma

Acharya Rajanand Sharma | Editor-in-Chief and Journalist
Acharya Rajanand Sharma is a veteran journalist and editor-in-chief with nearly two decades of experience covering India’s spiritual and cultural heritage. Through his editorial leadership, he has built bridges between traditional scholars and modern readers. His vision for SimhasthaKumbhMela.com is to ensure every published article is factually accurate, culturally authentic, and spiritually enriching.
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Shri Madhavanand Joshi

Shri Madhavanand Joshi | Historian and Mythology Expert
Shri Madhavanand Joshi is a distinguished historian and mythology expert with over 22 years of study into India’s epics, sacred geographies, and ancient narratives. His fieldwork across heritage sites has brought new insights into oral traditions and cultural continuity. He is passionate about preserving the mythological memory of the Kumbh Mela and promoting research-based storytelling for global audiences.
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Hitendra TiwariHitendra Tiwari | Editorial Advisor & Guest Contributor
Senior journalist with over 20 years of newsroom experience across Naidunia and Dainik Bhaskar,
Hitendra contributes as an Editorial Advisor to strengthen Mahakal Times’ content ethics and authenticity.
He provides mentorship on editorial policy, fact verification, and storytelling standards.
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How Our Review Process Works

In addition to our editorial staff, our Review Board members evaluate every article related to the Simhastha Kumbh Mela. They ensure that:

  • The content is factually accurate and aligns with historical and cultural records.
  • Rituals and traditions are explained with clarity and authenticity.
  • The latest developments and organizational aspects of the festival are covered comprehensively.

Each reviewed article carries a certification mark indicating that it has been fact-checked and reviewed by our board members. This ensures that our readers receive credible, high-quality content.

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