New Delhi, Feb. 15 -- The district magistrate (DM) of Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj has clarified that the Maha Kumbh will conclude on its original end date of February 26, amid rumours that the date has been 'extended.'

Prayagraj DM Ravindra Kumar Mandhad blamed 'anti-social elements' for spreading the fake news and said the devotees should not pay attention to it.

Mandhad told news agency ANI, "This is a rumour, and the end date for the Maha Kumbh Mela will be the 26th of February. I have said in the past as well that till the administration or government officially extends the date, one should not pay attention to rumours."

He added, "Anti-social elements of the society are creating confusion among the people. They use social media to s...