8 Traditional Hindu Regional Festivals of India

Shri Jagannath Rath Yatra, Puri

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Mahakumbha Mela

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Chhath Mahaparva

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Theyyam Festival

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Bhandara Turmeric Festival

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Mahakaal Shahi Sawari

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Thaipoosam

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Bihu Festival

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