India, Feb. 16 -- Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday said the Mahakumbh is not just a religious event but a festival that conveys the message of unity.

"Our unity is the foundation of the country's integrity. Only when India remains united and secure will our religious sites, festivals, monasteries, temples, daughters, and sisters be safe," he said while attending a discourse by Kathavachak Pandit Pradeep Mishra in Prayagraj.

Speaking about the glory of Sanatan Dharma, the CM urged people to embrace their religious heritage confidently. Quoting Swami Vivekananda, he said, "Say with pride that we are Hindus."

He further explained that being a Hindu is not just about the welfare of humankind but also about ensuring th...