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In pics: Devotees take dip in the Ganga on Day 1 of Haridwar Kumbh Mela amid strict COVID norms
Devotees took a holy dip at the Har Ki Pauri ghat in Haridwar on the first day of Kumbh Mela on Thursday (March 1).
DNA Web Team | Apr 01, 2021, 08:56 PM IST
1.COVID protocols being followed
Devotees are following COVID-19 protocol and while taking the holy dip they are also maintaining social distance. (Photo: ANI)
2.Devotees talk about COVID norms
"The Kumbh Mela has started from today and will continue till 30 of this month. It's a very good feeling to be a part of this event. The tourists are requested to follow the COVID-19 protocols," said Vikas Gupta, another devotee. (Photo: ANI)
3.Mandatory negative RT-PCR test report
The Uttarakhand government has already released a set of guidelines that is to be followed, which requires people to strictly adhere to COVID-19 norms, including a negative RT-PCR test report. (Photo: ANI)
4.Haridwar Kumbh
This year the Kumbh will be held from April 1 to 30 in Haridwar. Kumbh is held periodically at four different locations in India (Nashik, Haridwar, Prayagraj and Ujjain) every four years.
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5.Paramilitary personnel
Paramilitary personnel offer prayers for the safe Maha Kumbh amid the rise in COVID-19 cases, at Har ki Pauri in Haridwar on Sunday (March 28). (Photo: ANI)
