‘Kumbh Mela major source of infections alongside political rallies’: Top Doctor
In the latest episode of On The Record, Hindustan Times’ National Political Editor, Sunetra Choudhury speaks with Dr Ashish Jha, Dean at Brown University, about the second wave of Covid-19 in India.
Jha said the Kumbh Mela was very irresponsible and a major source of the surge alongside the political rallies.
“By mid-February, cases had started to rise and headed for a very dreaded second wave and yet there was no action,” Jha added.
The Maha Kumbh Mela, beginning January 13, attracts 10-15 lakh daily visitors and 50-60 lakh residents in the area. On peak days like Paush Purnima and Mauni.. IndiaTimes
PM Narendra Modi described the Maha Kumbh at Prayagraj as a celebration of unity and diversity, where people of all backgrounds participate without.. IndiaTimes
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A major fire, allegedly caused by a cylinder blast, at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj was quickly controlled with no casualties. Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi.. IndiaTimes
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath recently met a distinguished delegation from Italy at the Mahakumbh Mela in Prayagraj. The delegation, led by Mahi Guruji, the founder of the Meditation and Yoga Center in Italy, was in India to witness the grand spiritual festival. During their meeting, the group of followers performed a captivating recital of Ramayana, Shiv Tandav, and several devotional bhajans, leaving CM Yogi Adityanath deeply impressed. This moment highlighted the global reach and spiritual unity fostered by the Mahakumbh Mela, where people from all over the world come to partake in India's rich spiritual traditions. Watch this video to catch the highlights of this heartwarming interaction and the incredible performances that captured the essence of India’s cultural heritage.
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