Millions bathe in the sacred Ganges River annually

Millions of Hindus annually immerse themselves in India's Ganges River, known as Ganga, for spiritual purification. Revered as a living goddess, the river is believed to cleanse sins and offer liberation from rebirth during ceremonies called snan. These rituals occur year-round, intensifying during festivals like Makar Sankranti, when hundreds of thousands gather for a holy dip.