Prayagraj, Feb. 10 -- President Droupadi Murmu took a holy dip in the Triveni Sangam at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj this morning.

After taking the holy dip, clad in a white saree, she also offered prayers while standing in the Sangam, the confluence of rivers Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati. Later, the President performed Ganga Aarti and 'puja' as well.

The grand Maha Kumbh Mela, which began on Jan. 13, is the world's largest spiritual and cultural gathering, attracting devotees from across the nation and the world. The festival will conclude on Feb. 26 on the occasion of Mahashivratri.

Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath accompanied President Murmu to the Sangam this morning.

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