Overview

• Yogi Adityanath claims that water at the Sangam is now within permissible limits for bathing and ritual drinking, citing recent state pollution board reports.
• The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) previously reported high levels of fecal coliform contamination at multiple locations in the Ganga and Yamuna during January 2025.
• Medical experts warn that exposure to contaminated water could lead to health risks, including gastrointestinal infections and skin conditions.
• Adityanath criticized opposition parties for allegedly spreading false narratives about water quality and the Maha Kumbh, emphasizing its cultural and spiritual significance.
• The CM acknowledged the deaths and injuries caused by stampedes during the event, pledging government support for affected families and accountability for those responsible.