CM Yogi Adityanath inspects Mahakumbh stampede site, warns of conspiracies against Sanatan

A 118-member delegation, including Heads of Mission, their spouses, and diplomats from 77 countries, is also visiting the Mahakumbh in Prayagraj on Saturday.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath visited Prayagraj on Saturday, marking his first visit since the tragic stampede at the Mahakumbh.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath visited Prayagraj on Saturday, marking his first visit since the tragic stampede at the Mahakumbh.(Photo | ANI)
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LUCKNOW: Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath visited Prayagraj on Saturday marking his first visit since the stampede which claimed 30 lives and left 60 injured on Wednesday during the Mauni Amavasya Amrit Snan in Mahakumbh.

During his visit to the site of stampede, the CM, flanked by the senior Mela officials including Mela Officer Vijay Kiran Anand Mela DIG Vaibhav Krishna, sought detailed reports from officials on the stampede.

Subsequently, CM Yogi reviewed preparations for the upcoming Basant Panchami Amrit Snan and issued necessary instructions to ensure proper arrangements.

On his way back from the incident site, CM Yogi interacted with devotees, personally approaching the barricades to check their well-being amid the chants of "Har Har Mahadev," "Jai Shri Ram," and "Jai Ganga Maiya."

Later, the CM attended the Dharma Sabha organized for the 'Pattabhishek' of two revered saints in Sector 22 on Saturday. He sought blessings from the saints and congratulated the newly-appointed Jagadgurus.

During the ‘Pattabhishek’ ceremony, Tulsi Peethadheeshwar Jagadguru Swami Ram Bhadracharya formally appointed Santosh Das Satua Baba and Swami Ram Kamalacharya as Jagadgurus.

Addressing the religious gathering, Yogi called the saints and seers the pillars of Sanatan Dharma. “This sacred mission must continue despite challenges, with patience and determination. Sanatan Dharma is the foundation of humanity—if it thrives, human values, humanity, and creation will sustain,” said Yogi.

All praise for the Akharas for the perseverance shown by them and the cooperation they extended to the authorities in the aftermath of Wednesday stampede, Yogi said: “You must have noticed how those, who are the opposers of Sanatan Dharma, attempted to provoke the saints, hoping to make them lose their patience and become a subject of ridicule. However, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the revered saints who, despite the circumstances, stood firm, embraced the event as their own, and displayed unwavering patience. They paid tribute to the departed souls and ensured that the sacred proceedings continued smoothly, fulfilling their duties towards Maa Ganga.”

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath visited Prayagraj on Saturday, marking his first visit since the tragic stampede at the Mahakumbh.
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Yogi emphasized that it was the spirit of devotion enabled over 32 crore devotees to take holy dip in the divine waters of Ganga over the past 19 days.

The Chief Minister also cautioned against forces that consistently seek to mislead and conspire against Sanatan Dharma, stating: “From Ram Janmabhoomi movement to the present day, their intentions and actions are well known. We must remain vigilant against such elements and continue to walk the path of righteousness under the guidance of our revered saints. As long as saints are honoured and respected, no force can harm Sanatan.”

The CM also met 118 representatives of the Heads of Mission of 77 countries at the Mela Circuit House.

A 118-member delegation, including Heads of Mission, their spouses, and diplomats from 77 countries, is also visiting the Mahakumbh in Prayagraj on Saturday.

They took holy dip at Sangam.

Earlier, CM Yogi conducted an aerial survey of the roads approaching the Mahakumbh mela premises in Prayagraj. The day ended with the holy dip taken by Vice- President Jagdeep Dhankhar along with his wife at Sangam.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath visited Prayagraj on Saturday, marking his first visit since the tragic stampede at the Mahakumbh.
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