Devotees across the country gathered at rivers, lakes, and ghats on Wednesday to take holy dips and offer prayers on the auspicious occasion of Kartik Purnima, one of the most sacred days in the Hindu calendar, marking the full moon of the Kartik month. The day is associated with devotion, charity, and the celebration of light, symbolising spiritual purity and the triumph of good over evil.

Haridwar: Holy dip at Har Ki Pauri

Thousands of devotees thronged Har Ki Pauri in Haridwar from the early hours to take a dip in the Ganga River, believed to wash away sins and bring prosperity. The ghats resonated with chants and devotional hymns, as pilgrims participated in the Ganga Aarti, creating a scene reminiscent of the Kumbh Mela.

Devotee Shobha Gosain said, “It was a wonderful experience to

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