In a robust defense of the Kumbh Mela’s water quality, Yogi Adityanath called the bacteria report a “deliberate plot” against the Maha Kumbh. He argued that the allegations of contamination were part of an orchestrated effort to discredit the Mela, which is one of the largest religious gatherings in the world, drawing millions of Hindu pilgrims to Prayagraj.
The Chief Minister criticized the motivations behind these reports, suggesting that they were designed to create fear and uncertainty among the devotees attending the Kumbh. Yogi emphasized that the cleanliness and purity of the Sangam were not only a priority for the state government but were also closely monitored by numerous health and environmental organizations.
Furthermore, Yogi Adityanath assured that no effort would be spared to maintain the safety of the sacred waters. The state administration had made sure that water treatment plants were operational and that a team of experts was deployed to oversee sanitation efforts. With millions of people attending, the Chief Minister stressed that no other event in the world has such an extensive focus on water quality and hygiene.
Yogi Adityanath has condemned the allegations claiming that Sangam water, where millions of pilgrims bathe, is contaminated with faecal bacteria. Referring to the report as pure misinformation, the CM stated that the claims were baseless and lacked scientific credibility. In his response, Yogi pointed out that the state government had taken all necessary measures to ensure that the water quality remained unaffected by any external pollutants. According to the CM, specialized teams from various departments are working around the clock to monitor water quality, and their results have consistently shown that Sangam water is safe. The accusations of contamination, he argued, were deliberately designed to discredit the government’s efforts and damage the reputation of the Kumbh Mela, which holds spiritual and cultural importance for millions of Hindus worldwide.
