Guwahati, June 20 -- Preparations have reached their final stage at the historic Kamakhya Temple atop Nilachal Hills as Guwahati prepares to host the annual Ambubachi Mela, one of the country's largest spiritual gatherings often referred to as the "Mahakumbh of the East".

The four-day festival will begin on the night of June 22 and continue till the morning of June 26, drawing lakhs of devotees, including saints, sadhus, tantric practitioners, and pilgrims from across India and abroad. Authorities, along with the Assam government and temple administration, are making extensive arrangements to manage the anticipated massive footfall.

As per tradition, the Doloi (head priest) of Maa Kamakhya Devalaya said the festival marks the annual men...