Devotees take holy dip in Ganga on 'Mauni Amavasya'

Devotees took holy dip in Ganga river on the occasion of 'Mauni Amavasya' in Varanasi.

A huge crowd gathered at ghats to offer prayers.

Taking a dip in Ganga is considered to be auspicious on the day.

On this day, people observe Maun Vrat, in which they dedicate and try to connect to one's "divine inner-self".