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Indian devotees converge on river for holy bath

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Indian devotees converged on a river for a holy bath days after the tragic stampede that killed 30 individuals.

Aerial footage shows crowds of worshippers splashing in the Triveni Sangam River in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh on February 3.

On January 29, tens of millions had gathered to take a holy dip at the Maha Kumbh Mela when disorder erupted around 1:30 am.

Akanksha Rana, the special executive officer for the festival, stated that the devastating stampede occurred after a crowd control barrier broke.

Police confirmed that 30 devotees were killed, while 60 others were injured during one of the holiest events in the country.

A Rapid Action Force was deployed to restore order and assist with rescue efforts.

The Maha Kumbh festival, held every 12 years, began on January 13. It is considered the largest human gathering on Earth, celebrating India's cultural and spiritual traditions. At least 450 million devotees are expected to participate in the holy dip during the 45-day event this year.

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