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Hindus, Sikhs and Jains have staged a colourful celebration in central London.

Millions of Hindu worshippers are gathering in the northern Indian city of Allahabad to celebrate the Kumbh Mela pilgrimage.

The holy festival is celebrated every 12 years in the city, which marks the point where three holy rivers converge.

Some of the 100 million people expected to take part in the Kumbh Mela in Allalhabad, India Credit: ITV News/Matt Williams

Crowds gather in Allahabad, India Credit: ITV News/Matt Williams

A Sadhu - or holyman - prepares for the Kumbh Mela Credit: ITV News/Matt Williams