West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee criticized UP CM Yogi Adityanath, calling the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj a ‘Mrityu Kumbh’ due to inadequate planning for attendees. She also condemned the BJP for using religion for political gain and defended herself against accusations of links with Bangladeshi fundamentalists. Additionally, BJP legislators protested against alleged appeasement politics by her government.

Water quality in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj failed to meet bathing standards during the Maha Kumbh due to high faecal coliform levels, as reported by CPCB. This contamination poses health risks, with many returning pilgrims experiencing gastroenteritis and respiratory infections. The NGT has demanded comprehensive action from the UPPCB and relevant authorities to address the issue.

Mamata Banerjee criticised the BJP MLAs for making “baseless remarks” against her and said she would write to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to complain about such claims.