Akharas will not participate in the Snan today... I appeal to the people to come on Vasant Panchmi for a Snan, instead of today: Ravindra Puri, watch video
Prayagraj, January 29, 2025: After incident of stampede like situation, Akaras have decided to not to participate in Snan today on Mauni Amavasya.
President of Akhil Bharatiya Akhara Parishad, Ravindra Puri says, "We are saddened by the incident that took place. There were thousands of devotees with us... In the public interest, we decided that the Akharas will not participate in the Snan today... I appeal to the people to come on Vasant Panchmi for a Snan, instead of today... Also, the incident happened because devotees wanted to reach Sangam Ghat, instead, they should take a dip wherever they see the Holy Ganga... It is not the fault of the administration, it is not easy to handle crores of people... We should cooperate with the authorities..."