Man offers 'digital snan' at Maha Kumbh for Rs 1,100 to wash away sins remotely
Prayagraj: In a unique blend of tradition and technology, Deepak Goel from Prayagraj has introduced a 'digital photo snan' service at the Maha Kumbh for Rs 1,100. The service allows people who cannot physically attend the festival to symbolically cleanse their sins.
In a viral social media video, Goel is seen requesting customers to send their photos via WhatsApp. He then prints the images and dips them in the sacred Sangam waters, promising to complete the ritual within 24 hours. This digital innovation offers a convenient alternative for those unable to travel.
Reactions on social media have been mixed. While some users have found humor in the concept, others view it as a mockery of faith. One user quipped, “Should we also send a list of sins to wash off?” while another joked, “What if the photo drowns—will I still survive?”
Despite the controversy, Goel’s service is being seen as a creative, albeit unconventional, way of participating in the centuries-old ritual from afar.
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Kohli's U-19 teammate Amanpreet Singh Gill dies at 36
New Delhi (PTI): Former India U-19 and Punjab medium pacer Amanpreet Singh Gill died at the age of 36 in Chandigarh on Wednesday, leaving the cricket fraternity in mourning.
The cause of death is not yet known.
Gill, who was Virat Kohli's U-19 teammate, featured in six first-class matches for Punjab, picking up 11 wickets.
He was also part of the Punjab franchise (Kings XI Punjab) in the inaugural Indian Premier League season, and later served as a member of Punjab's senior selection committee.
"Punjab Cricket Association deeply mourns the sad demise of Amanpreet Singh Gill, former Punjab cricketer and Member, Senior Selection Committee Punjab,” the Punjab Cricket Association announced on X.
"Our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family and loved ones. May Waheguru grant eternal peace to the departed soul and strength to the family in this difficult time."
Two-time World Cup-winning India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh also paid tribute to Gill.
"Deeply saddened to hear about Amanpreet Singh Gill’s passing. Shared the dressing room in our early days, he was a quiet, hardworking cricketer who loved the game. My heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones. Rest in peace Om Shanti,” Singh posted on X.
Gill played five Youth ODIs and one Youth Test for India in 2007.
In the longer format, he claimed the wicket of former Sri Lanka all-rounder Thisara Perera.
However, he did not make the Virat Kohli-led India U-19 side that went on to win the 2008 World Cup.
“Deeply saddened by the passing of Amanpreet Singh Shergill, who proudly represented Punjab and was a part of the Punjab Kings family. Our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and the entire cricketing fraternity,” Punjab Kings posted on their official Instagram account.
