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Great occasions like Maha Kumbh come once in 144 yrs: Venkaiah Naidu

Prayagraj, Feb 18 (UNI) Former Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu along with his family took a holy dip and performed prayers at the Triveni Sangam, the confluence of Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati on Tuesday.
Describing this divine experience as unforgettable, the former VP said it would remain etched in his memory for a lifetime. He arrived at Prayagraj airport with his family and proceeded to the Triveni Sangam via VIP Ghat, where he took the sacred dip of faith.
Speaking on the occasion, he expressed his gratitude for being part of Maha Kumbh, calling it a rare and significant event that occurs once in 144 years. He praised the efforts of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the police and the local administration for their meticulous planning and smooth execution of Maha Kumbh arrangements.
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