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A Sikh devotee demonstrates sword fighting techniques during the Nagar Kirtan procession on April 7, 2024 in Southall, England. The Nagar Kirtan procession takes place during the festival of Vaisakhi which celebrates the spring harvest, primarily in Punjab and Northern India. Traditionally, Nagar Kirtan is led by the Panj Piare (the five beloved of the Guru), who are followed by the Sikh holy scripture, which is placed on a float. Participants in the procession are often shoeless in deference to the displayed scripture while the road before the procession is cleared by Sewadars. (Photo by Carl Court/Getty Images)
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