Mother's Day in India: Hindu Devotees Pierce Cheeks to Honour the Goddess Maha Mariamman

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 Pictured above are Indian Hindu devotees walking with rods pierced through their cheeks while taking part in a procession held to honour the Hindu goddess Maha Mariamman in Amritsar. Devotees believe that the goddess protects whoever worships her. It is said she brings good health and prosperity to all her devotees.