These naked holy men belong to Naga group of sadhus. Most of them smear their bodies with ash and have long matted hair. Constant exposure to the weather makes them resistant to temperature extremes. Their eyes are bloodshot from constantly smoking charas (marijuana), which they believe aids enlightenment.
Haridwar Kumbh Mela Naga Sadus
Naga Sadhus or naked Hindu Holy men gather to bathe on the banks of the Ganges river on February 12, 2010.
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