Kanpur's Ganga Mela: 84-Year Buffalo Cart Tradition Broken, Yet Grand Holi Milan Thrives

• Kanpur's historic Ganga Mela, a post-Holi celebration, saw its 84-year-old buffalo cart tradition broken this year due to unavailability.
• Despite the absence of the buffalo cart, millions participated enthusiastically in the colorful procession from Rajjan Babu Park.
• The Mela's origin dates back to 1942, linked to the freedom struggle when revolutionaries were imprisoned for playing Holi.
• The day-long revelry culminates in a grand Holi Milan ceremony at Sarsaiya Ghat, symbolizing Kanpur's social unity.
• The procession features camels, horses, tractors, and various tableaux, with people showering colors and dancing.