'Mauni Amavasya' during the Kumbh Mela 2019

Hundreds and thousands braved the cold and fog and took a holy dip in the Sangam, the trinity of the Ganga, Yamuna and the mythical Saraswati, on the occasion of 'Mauni Amavasya'. According to officials, over 1.81 crore people had taken the holy dip till 9 a.m.A view of Sangam at early

A view of Sangam at early hours on the auspicious

'Mauni Amavasya' during the Kumbh Mela 2019. (Image: Uttar Pradesh Government)

A view of Sangam at early hours on the auspicious 'Mauni Amavasya' during the Kumbh Mela 2019. (Image: Uttar Pradesh Government)

Devotees take a holy dip at Sangam, the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna and Saraswati rivers, during Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj. (Image: Reuters)

Devotees take a holy dip at Sangam, the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna and Saraswati rivers, during Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj. (Image: Reuters)