Prayagraj, Jan. 29 -- Swami Chidanand Saraswati, President of Parmarth Niketan Ashram, expressed condolences over the stampede during the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, calling it an 'unfortunate incident' and stressed the importance of following the instructions of the administration for safety.

Swami Saraswati also commended the Akhara Parishad's decision to prioritise devotees for the holy dip and praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for their vigilance in ensuring safety.

In a conversation with ANI, Saraswati said, "Whatever happened was very unfortunate. The administration's orders and messages should have been followed. People are coming in large numbers and taking a holy dip. I express my condolenc...