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Why PM Modi chose February 5 for his sacred dip at Mahakumbh 2025

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge's remarks on Maha Kumbh sparked a political row, with the BJP labeling them as "an attack on Sanatan Dharma" and demanding an explanation from Congress.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath participated in the holy ritual, taking a dip in the Ganga on the same day Kharge made his comments.
Kharge criticized BJP leaders for prioritizing holy dips over addressing critical issues like hunger and poverty, stating, "The nation will not benefit from such people."
Acharya Dhirendra Shastri highlighted the global attention on Mahakumbh, asserting that it showcases India's spiritual richness and encourages patriotism among youth.

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India Today

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Does taking a dip remove poverty? Row over Mallikarjun Kharge's Maha Kumbh remark

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge questioned the significance of taking a holy dip in the Ganga, asking whether such rituals could address critical issues like poverty and unemployment.

2 months ago·India

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M Kharge Asks If Ganga Dips During Mahakumbh Would End Poverty. BJP Replies

As BJP leaders race to take the holy dip during the Mahakumbh in Prayagraj, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has taken a swipe. At the 'Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, Jai Samvidhan' rally in Madhya Pradesh's Mhow, Mr Kharge said BJP leaders kept taking dips for the camera. The Congress president questioned if taking dips into the Ganga would end poverty in the country or fill hungry stomachs. "I don't want to question anyone's 'aastha (faith)'. If any…

2 months ago·New Delhi, India

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India TV News

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Mahakumbh: 'Youth should be addicted to patriotism not social media', says Dhirendra Shastri

Mahakumbh 2025: Acharya Dhirendra Shastri, the Peethadhishwar of Bageshwar Dham on Monday appeared on India TV's special show from the ongoing Mahakumbh in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. While speaking on youth's addiction to social media, Shastri said youngsters should be addicted to patriotism, not social media or any drug. Batting for armed training to youth, the spiritual leader said they must get armed training to protect Sanatan dharma, society…

2 months ago·India

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The Hindu

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BJP insults B.R. Ambedkar deliberately, Congress will launch national campaign: Sachin Pilot

The former Rajasthan deputy Chief Minister alleged that the BJP-led Union government has weakened Constitutional institutions during the last 10 years.

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Gandhinagar: CM Bhupendra Patel Flags off 'Chalo, Kumbh Chale' Yatra

Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. Under the guidance of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, the Prayagraj AC Volvo Bus service has been launched to ease the pilgrimage to Prayagraj Mahakumbh for devotees from Gujarat. India News | Gandhinagar: CM Bhupendra Patel Flags off 'Chalo, Kumbh Chale' Yatra.

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Live Mint

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Why PM Modi chose February 5 for his sacred dip at Mahakumbh 2025

Mahakumbh 2025: On February 5, Prime Minister Modi will take a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam during Mahakumbh 2025, a date rich in spiritual significance, aligning with Bhishma Ashtami and Magh Ashtami.

2 months ago·New Delhi, India

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