New Delhi, Feb. 25 -- West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said on Tuesday that claims about Mahakumbh happening after 144 years is "not true". She said, "If I have a misconception, then you guys can correct me. Mahakumbh is happening after 144 years is not correct."

Mamata Banerjee said the Mahakumbh takes place every 12 years. "Those who are saying Mahakumbh is happening after 144 years, it took place in 2014 as well. As far as I have heard," she said.

"As per my knowledge, the punya snan [holy dip] system comes every year. Actually, we organize the Gangasagar Mela. That's why I know about the holy dip," Mamata Banerjee said.

"Gangasagar happens every year. However, Mahakumbh happens after every 12 years," she said.

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