While the politicisation of the Kumbh Mela is something one can understand, what really catches my attention is the criticism it faces from modern Indians.
The Uttar Pradesh administration has turned Kumbh from a rural, bottom-of-the-pyramid phenomenon into an elite experience. Even the deadly 29 January stampede hasn’t dulled the sheen.
Several devotees are arriving at the bank of the Triveni Sangam—a confluence of rivers Ganga, Yamuna & Saraswati, where they performed the sacred ritual.
The pandal, turning out to be one of the Kumbh's biggest attractions, is also where the CM will be staying. Two special cottages with high-end facilities are being prepared for him.
Modi washed feet of 5 sanitation workers at 2019 Kumbh Mela. Three of them now back on duty at Maha Kumbh say they still face caste discrimination, demand better pay, permanent jobs.
On Sunday, PM Modi praised the digital initiatives for the mela, and the BJP advertised the Sah'AI'yak chatbot, which will guide visitors in more than 10 languages.
India’s industrial output growth saw a 10-month low in June, with Index of Industrial Production (IIP) growing by mere 1.5% as against 1.9% in May 2025.
Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.
Ms. Kissu, the clairvoyant, is back in action.
The Yogi government made a mistake. Should have included her in the Mela management committee.