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A day after Maha Kumbh tragedy, faith remains strong, 2 crore take dip

IndiaTimes Thursday, 30 January 2025
Despite the stampede the previous day, over 2 crore devotees continued to participate in the Maha Kumbh, bathing at Sangam on Thursday. The administration maintained shuttle services to ease the movement, ensuring minimal inconvenience. Devotees expressed unwavering faith, attributing their journey to the divine call of mother Ganga.
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