Yogi committed to elevating Sanatan to greater heights: Chidanand Saraswati

PRAYAGRAJ: Chidanand Saraswati, president of Rishikesh-based Parmarth Niketan, lauded Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for organising a magnificent Maha Kumbh that he said was "the grandest celebration of unity and Indianness".

"This festival symbolises the resurgence of Sanatan Dharma, and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is committed to elevating it to even greater heights," he said.

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He added that for those who follow the Sanatan Dharma, no festival surpasses Maha Kumbh in significance.

"It is not just a festival for a select few, but a collective celebration. The enthusiasm and devotion of the participants turned the banks of the holy Sangam into a sea of believers—a sight unparalleled anywhere in the world," he said.

Saraswati, who has attended Maha Kumbh since 1971, expressed his admiration for the arrangements made for this year's Maha Kumbh.

"The scene of devotees from every corner of the nation and beyond taking a dip in the holy waters was divine and magnificent. Even individuals from countries like Pakistan, Bangladesh, Bahrain, and the Arab world are captivated by the spiritual grandeur of Maha Kumbh, with many expressing a desire to join the celebration. The festival showcases the unity of Sanatan Dharma, transcending barriers of caste, creed, and language," Saraswati said.

He added that those seeking to divide humanity should witness this extraordinary confluence, where people from diverse backgrounds come together harmoniously.

"Maha Kumbh truly exemplifies the spirit of unity and the timeless legacy of Sanatan Dharma," he added.