Kumbh Mela: India's political parties see world's largest religious event as outreach opportunity
The world's biggest religious congregation is drawing not just pilgrims, but politicians too. The Maha Kumbh Mela in India is seen by political parties as an opportunity for outreach. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party is working to win over hearts and minds, with 400 million people expected to attend over the weeks. Ishan Garg reports from Prayagraj.
The world's biggest religious congregation is drawing not just pilgrims, but politicians too. The Maha Kumbh Mela in India is seen by political parties as an opportunity for outreach. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party is working to win over hearts and minds, with 400 million people expected to attend over the weeks. Ishan Garg reports from Prayagraj.