New Delhi sources stated that PM Narendra Modi was at Kumbh Mela where he offered prayers by the Ganga, soon after he launched the government's ambitious income transfer scheme. Meanwhile as per report it was stated that at the Kumbh, the prime minister participated in the Swachh Kumbh Swachh Aabhaar event, organized by Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation.
Furthermore he also distributed the Swachh Kumbh Swachh Aabhaar awards to 'Safai karmacharis' (sanitation employees), 'swachhagrahis', police personnel and 'naviks' (boatmen). As per the statement issued by Prime Minister's Office "There will also be the digital announcement of Swachh Seva Samman Benefits package". Later the PM addressed the gathering. Reportedly the Prime Minister was seen stepping into the water as he offered prayers at Kumbh Mela and later performed an 'Aarthi' at the Triveni.
Moreover Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) was at a farmers' rally, earlier in the day, in Uttar Pradesh's Gorakhpur and it is the cash transfer scheme for small and marginal farmers. Reports added Prime Minister Modi facilitated sanitation workers and was seen washing their feet. Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a holy dip at the Ganga. He tweeted "Prayed for the well being of 130 crore Indians”.
