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A large gathering of devotees assembles along the banks of the Yamuna River in Delhi during the sacred festival of Chhath Puja. The evening atmosphere is filled with devotion as families stand in shallow waters offering prayers to the setting Sun. Temporary installations glow through the foggy climate, creating a mystical and spiritual ambience. Women dressed in vibrant traditional sarees hold bamboo baskets filled with fruits and offerings, while chants and devotional songs echo across the riverbank. The mist blends with artificial lighting, enhancing the dramatic silhouette of devotees against the fading sky. The scene reflects deep faith, cultural unity, and the powerful spiritual energy that defines Chhath Puja celebrations in Delhi.
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