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After PM’s ‘Symbolic’ Appeal, Juna Akhara Ends Kumbh Mela

After Prime Minister Narendra Modi appealed that the ongoing Kumbh Mela should only be “symbolic” in light of the rising COVID-19 cases, Swami Avdheshanand Giri of the Juna Akhara announced an end to the month-long festival on Saturday, 17 April.

He took to Twitter to share the Akhara’s decision and said that their priority is the safety of the citizens of the country.

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