<p>On today's show, we explain the significance of the Maha Kumbh Mela. The festival is still underway in northern India and has continued uninterrupted even after a deadly stampede. The Hindu festival is expected to attract an estimated 450 million people over the course of 6 weeks.</p><br />Produced by Amanda Alexander and Marina Pajovic.<br /><br />Visit our website:<br />http://www.france24.com<br /><br />Like us on Facebook:<br />https://www.facebook.com/FRANCE24.English<br /><br />Follow us on Twitter:<br />https://twitter.com/France24_en<br />
