Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday described the Kumbh Mela as a symbol of India’s cultural ethos and said that the mega congregation represents the inclusive spirit of Sanatan culture, where people gather without discrimination based on caste or ideology.
Addressing the closing ceremony of the Akhil Bharatiya Sant Samiti, he stated that the State Government has made extensive arrangements in Nashik to manage large crowds at the Simhasta Kumbh Mela 2027 and ensure smooth arrangements for devotees.
He emphasised that the Kumbh was a unique occasion where everyone participates equally and seeks spiritual purification through sacred rivers like the Ganga and Godavari.
“No one asks about caste or beliefs; all come together in a spirit of unity,” he said. Calling the festival a symbol of India’s cultural ethos, he said any form of social discrimination is a later distortion, which is gradually diminishing.