New Delhi, March 18 -- The prime minister said on Tuesday that the successful conduct of Mahakumbh in Prayagraj reflected spirit of rising India. Modi addressed the Lok Sabha on Mahakumbh during the ongoing Budget session of Parliament.

"I bow to crores of people of the country who contributed to the success of Mahakumbh in Prayagraj," Modi said, adding that Prayagraj Mahakumbh reflects the spirit of rising India.

"I stand here to speak on Prayagraj's Maha Kumbh. I congratulate crores of countrymen because of whom the Maha Kumbh could be organised successfully. Many people contributed to the success of the Maha Kumbh... I thank the people of India, UP and Prayagraj..."

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