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This powerful aerial footage is filmed in Mukhba Village, Uttarakhand, the winter abode of Ganga Mata, where the sacred idol of Ganga Devi is traditionally housed during the harsh Himalayan winters. Captured from a bird’s-eye view, the video documents a deeply spiritual moment as devotees ceremonially carry the idol from Mukhba village down towards the lower valley, beginning its sacred journey that will later culminate at the Gangotri Temple during the summer months. The procession reflects centuries-old traditions followed by the local community, where faith, devotion, and nature blend seamlessly. Devotees can be seen walking together in reverence, chanting prayers, and accompanying the idol with immense respect and spiritual emotion. Surrounded by snow-clad terrain and rugged Himalayan
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