PM Modi Praises Saints For Their Support, Claims Kumbh Mela As Symbolic

Prime Minister Narendra Modi claims the ongoing Kumbh Mela as 'symbolic' and stated that its purity will 'strengthen' the nation to fight against COVID-19. "I prayed that two 'shahi snan' have taken place and Kumbh Mela should now be kept symbolic. This will boost the fight against this crisis," Modi twitted. However, he revealed about his telephonic conversation with Swami Avdeshanand Giri, reviewing the health of virus-infected Saints in Uttarakhand. Further, he thanked saints for their valuable support & coordination with the authorities. Besides, the Kumbh participation is being criticised as thousands of devotees were witnessed violating COVID protocols.