indophilia: Ardh Kumbh Mela - On the run - by Elishams on Flickr. Ardh Kumbh Mela - On the run - ARDH KUMBH MELA - PRAYAG 2007 During the Ardhkumbh (Half-Kumbh held every 6 years), Akkhara of saddhu go for the “Royal bath” on special auspicious dates.