Devotees took part in leech therapy as Nowruz, Persian New Year, was celebrated on March 20 in Srinagar, northern India.

The festival marks the beginning of spring and the celebrations usually consist of feasts and family gatherings.

Nawroz, also known as Nowruz, is a significant holiday celebrated by many cultures around the world, particularly in the Middle East, Central Asia, and parts of South Asia. It marks the beginning of spring and the New Year. The festivities usually include family gatherings, feasts, and various customs and traditions. People often set up a Haft Seen table with symbolic items representing renewal and prosperity. It's a beautiful and joyful time to embrace new beginnings and cherish time with loved ones.

The saliva of leeches contains natural substances that have anticoagulant, anti-inflammatory, and analgesic properties. When leeches bite, they release these substances into the body, which can help improve blood flow, reduce pain, and decrease swelling. Some specific conditions that leech therapy has been used for include varicose veins, arthritis, and post-surgical recovery. It's fascinating how nature can provide such unique healing methods


Residents witness a large sum from different places seeking leech therapy on the eve of Nawroz in Northern India