Haveri (Karnataka) [India], June 12 (ANI): Social distancing measures were flouted as people turned up in huge numbers to participate in the 'Kara Hunnime' festival here on Thursday, amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

The fair was held at Karjagi village in Haveri district of Karnataka yesterday.

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The festival is celebrated to signify the month of monsoon in several parts of the state.

As per the Union Health Ministry, 6,245 confirmed COVID-19 cases and 72 fatalities due to the virus have been reported in Karnataka so far. (ANI)

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