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RAIPUR: The 13th Rajim Kumbh Mela is all set to begin on January 31 in the temple town of Gariyaband district. The kumbh mela is the biggest congregating in Chhattisgarh in which thousands of people participate. The theme of the river marathon is 'water conservation, promotion and cleanliness'. On February 8, 1500 devotees will participate in 'Shankhnaad'- blowing of conch shells-at the mela ground at Rajim.The Kumbh mela gives a wonderful opportunity to witness the history, culture and attraction of Chhattisgarh. After filling the pitchers with water from the river, they head to Mahadev temple.Talking to TOI, state religious and endowment department secretary Sonmoni Borah said "To make this religious gathering more significant this year on 13th Kumbh, the department will organise a couple of innovative programmes like Rajim River Marathon, lightning lamps made of clay and Shankhnaad (during the Kumbh..