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Maha Kumbh, world's largest sangam of the spiritual, is now in full flow

IndiaTimes Sunday, 12 January 2025
Over 1 crore devotees congregated at the confluence of Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati for the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, braving the cold for a holy dip. The spiritual event, including significant 'amrit snan' days, will run until February 26. Extensive preparations include 8 permanent ghats, 1.6 lakh tents, and 13,000 trains to facilitate pilgrims.
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The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 has kicked off with an extraordinary start, as an astounding 70 lakh devotees gathered to take a holy dip in the sacred waters on Day 1. The grand religious festival, held in Allahabad (Prayagraj), marks the beginning of this spiritual journey for millions. Devotees from...

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Prayagraj Prayagraj Metropolis in Uttar Pradesh, India

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