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The Gangasagar Mela 2025 preparations are underway, with several ministers discussing the arrangements for the religious event that attracts millions of pilgrims.
Sagar Island hosts the Gangasagar Mela, a significant pilgrimage site at the confluence of the Ganga and the Bay of Bengal.
Sagar Island
It is also known as Ganga Sagar or Sagardwip is located in the Ganges delta, lying on the continental shelf of Bay of Bengal.
It consists of 43 villages. Sagar and Mahisani Islands are separated by River Muriganga Batala.
This island along with the Mahisani and Ghoramara islands are classified under the sand group category.
This Island is a religious place for Hindus, where pilgrims celebrate Makar Sankranti festival in honour of the Sun.
The Kapil Muni temple on the island is a popular pilgrim centre.
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