India News | Devotees Throng Triveni Sangam in UP's Prayagraj to Take Dip on Mauni Amavasya

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) [India], December 14 (ANI): Devotees gathered at the banks of Triveni Sangam at Prayagraj on Monday morning, to take a dip on the occasion of Mauni Amavasya.

Taking a dip at the Sangam is considered highly auspicious. According to Hindu belief, the Triveni Sangam is the confluence of three rivers, Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati.

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Precautionary measures to check the spread of COVID-19, such as social distancing and wearing of face masks, were not being observed by those present.

Mauni Amavasya is an auspicious day as per the Hindu religion.

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On this day people observe Maun Vrat, in which they dedicate and try connecting to one's inner self to God. (ANI)

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