Wed Feb 12 23:16:00 UTC 2025: ## Yogi Adityanath Claims Massive Maha Kumbh Attendance, Targets Critics

**Prayagraj/Baghpat, Uttar Pradesh, February 13, 2025** – Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath asserted on Wednesday that nearly 50 crore devotees are expected to participate in the Maha Kumbh Mela by Thursday, dismissing earlier criticism of the event’s organization. He claimed that those who voiced concerns are now secretly attending, drawing a parallel to those who privately received Covid-19 vaccines while publicly discouraging others.

Addressing a gathering in Baghpat after unveiling a statue of late Rashtriya Lok Dal founder Chaudhary Ajit Singh, Adityanath praised Singh’s contributions to farmers and youth. He also highlighted Baghpat’s historical significance and announced several developmental projects for the region, including a medical college and industrial corridor, totaling ₹351 crore across 11 departments. The influx of devotees to the Maha Kumbh is expected to continue until February 26.

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