They will spit, urinate: Mahant Ravindra Puri opposes non-Hindu shops at Mahakumbh 2025
Prayagraj: Akhil Bharatiya Akhara Parishad President, Mahant Ravindra Puri, has called for non-Hindus to be prohibited from setting up shops at the Mahakumbh 2025 in Prayagraj, citing concerns about cleanliness, safety, and the sanctity of the event.
Puri stated, “Tea shops, juice stalls, and flower shops should not be allotted to non-Hindus. If they are given these shops, they might spit or urinate in the area, creating unhygienic conditions. Such actions could disturb the sanctity of the fair and compel Naga saints to take action.” He stressed the importance of ensuring that the Mahakumbh remains "clean, grand, divine, and peaceful."
The statement comes after Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Mann ki Baat address, praised the Mahakumbh as a symbol of India's unity in diversity and called for efforts to eliminate societal divisions. Modi described the event as an inclusive gathering where traditions and sects coexist without discrimination.
The All India Muslim Jamaat has criticised the Parishad's proposal, warning that such measures could lead to societal divisions.
The Mahakumbh is set to begin on January 13, 2025, and preparations are underway to upgrade Prayagraj’s infrastructure, ensuring a sustainable and welcoming environment for millions of visitors. Authorities are working to maintain a clean, litter-free space for the spiritual gathering.
Prayagraj, UP: When asked whether non-Hindus would be allowed to set up shops, Ravindra Puri, the President of the Akhil Bhartiya Akhada Parishad says, "We have stated that tea shops, juice stalls, and flower shops should not be allowed for them. If they are given these shops,… pic.twitter.com/oY3zJ0pPVc
— IANS (@ians_india) January 1, 2025
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P Chidambaram faints at Sabarmati Ashram, son says he is fine
Ahmedabad, Apr 8 (PTI): Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram fell unconscious at the Sabarmati Ashram here on Tuesday and was taken to hospital.
Sources said he probably fainted due to the heat after a hectic day.
The 79-year-old former finance minister's son Karti later said on X that his father is fine and is being examined by doctors.
The incident occurred when Congress leaders were attending a prayer meeting at the Sabarmati Ashram.
As Chidambaram fell unconscious, he was carried by other leaders to an ambulance which took him to hospital.
Earlier in the day, Chidambaram attended the extended Congress Working Committee meeting at the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Memorial.
My father @PChidambaram_IN had an episode of presyncope due to extreme heat & dehydration in Ahmedabad & is under observation in Zydus Hospital. The doctors are reviewing his parameters which are currently normal. @ANI @PTI_News
— Karti P Chidambaram (@KartiPC) April 8, 2025
My father is fine & is being examined by doctors.
— Karti P Chidambaram (@KartiPC) April 8, 2025
