IN PHOTOS: Devotees take holy dip in Ganga on Mauni Amavasya

Updated On: 09 February, 2024 05:24 PM IST | Asif Ali Sayed

Amid the chilly weather, thousands of devotees across the nation thronged to the holy river Ganga in parts of north India including Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh on occasion of Mauni Amavasya. Pics/PTI

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<p>Thousands of devotees across the nation thronged to the holy river Ganga in Uttarakhand`s Haridwar to take a dip in it on the festive occasion of Mauni Amavasya on Friday</p>

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Thousands of devotees across the nation thronged to the holy river Ganga in Uttarakhand`s Haridwar to take a dip in it on the festive occasion of Mauni Amavasya on Friday

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People were seen taking a holy dip at the Ganga ghats in Haridwar and Prayagraj

<p>On the occasion of Mauni Amavasya in the month of Magh, a multitude of devotees have converged upon the holy city of Haridwar to immerse themselves in the purifying waters of the Ganga. Despite the chilly weather, unwavering faith propels worshippers to take a dip, seeking virtue and salvation</p>

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On the occasion of Mauni Amavasya in the month of Magh, a multitude of devotees have converged upon the holy city of Haridwar to immerse themselves in the purifying waters of the Ganga. Despite the chilly weather, unwavering faith propels worshippers to take a dip, seeking virtue and salvation

<p>Devotees from distant corners arrived in Haridwar ahead of Mauni Amavasya, driven by the belief that observing silence, bathing in the sacred Ganga, and making donations on this day can alleviate troubles and fulfil wishes, leading to virtuous salvation</p>

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Devotees from distant corners arrived in Haridwar ahead of Mauni Amavasya, driven by the belief that observing silence, bathing in the sacred Ganga, and making donations on this day can alleviate troubles and fulfil wishes, leading to virtuous salvation

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Nagendra Singh, a devotee, expressed profound joy after taking a holy dip in the Ganga, finding great peace of mind

<p>"I felt very good after the bath, and it brought a lot of peace to my mind. The water is quite chilled, but the relaxation after bathing is remarkable. It`s a profound love for Mother Ganga that has drawn me here after six months. Both mind and soul feel purified after a holy bath in the Ganga. I have sought peace of mind and career growth from Mother Ganga"</p>

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"I felt very good after the bath, and it brought a lot of peace to my mind. The water is quite chilled, but the relaxation after bathing is remarkable. It`s a profound love for Mother Ganga that has drawn me here after six months. Both mind and soul feel purified after a holy bath in the Ganga. I have sought peace of mind and career growth from Mother Ganga"

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