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A Devout Evening

A man performs the Dondi ritual on the banks of the Yamuna River in Delhi during a no so chilly early winter morning. Crawling on his belly, he makes his way toward the banks, embodying devotion and gratitude. His wife and children follow closely behind, their expressions reflecting reverence and support.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 11.2024
Date Uploaded: 12.2024
Photo Location: Delhi, India
Camera: ILCE-6500
Copyright: © Santanu Chandra