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As the sun dips into the golden horizon, the Yamuna glows with a divine calm. Women, draped in vibrant sarees, step into the shimmering waters, holding tokris filled with fruits, coconuts, sugarcane, and diyas flickering in the twilight. The rhythmic beats of dhol fill the air — no songs, no noise, only the sacred pulse of devotion. Families stand together, offering Arghya (Prayer) to the setting Sun God, thanking him for life, light, and blessings. The river reflects countless flames, as faith and nature unite in a breathtaking scene of surrender and gratitude. Every face glows in the fading light — a portrait of purity, peace, and prayer. Experience the spiritual beauty of Chhath Puja’s evening Arghya on the sacred banks of the Yamuna River. This footage is part of the broadcast stock fo
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