Haridwar, July 20 -- A large number of Kanwariyas have reached Haridwar as the Kanwar Yatra enters its final stage, with the city packed with devotees gathering to collect holy Ganga water for offering to Lord Shiva.

Officials expect the total number of pilgrims to cross 3 crore by the end of Sunday.

The number of Dak Kanwariyas, those who return quickly after collecting water, is increasing, and police have implemented a traffic plan to manage the swelling crowds. From city roads to Har Ki Pauri, the entire area is filled with devotees and vehicles.

Pilgrims are arriving in large numbers via Nagla Imarti and heading to designated parking zones in Haridwar.

Haridwar SSP Pramendra Singh Dobal said, "The third phase has started, which m...