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Shared Muharram Heritage: Hindus lead Tazias, Sikhs serve water
Across Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Assam and Jammu & Kashmir, families and communities came together during Muharram through processions, acts of service and remembrance. Whether by preparing Tazias, organising processions, distributing water or joining commemorations, these local traditions continue to reflect mutual respect and peaceful coexistence among people from different communities.
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Shared Muharram Heritage: Hindus lead Tazias, Sikhs serve water
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