NEW DELHI, Feb. 3 -- It was shocking news when the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister, Yogi Adityanath, on Sunday, January 26, declared that "Sanatan Dharma" is the "national religion." He also stated that the ongoing Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj was not meant for any single caste or religion. However, by denying entry to Muslim and Christian traders and service providers in the area designated for the Kumbh Mela, Adityanath contradicted his own statement. His proclamation regarding a "national religion" constitutes a blatant violation of the constitutional framework of India. It is deeply unfortunate that such an appalling statement was made while India celebrated its 76th Republic Day.

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