UP’s ripple effect? Ganga water bath for prisoners in CG

Raipur: In what would seem to be a move made following UP's order for prisoners on Friday, Chhattisgarh govt will hold a special event on Feb 25 for prisoners in state to have a

Maha Kumbh bath

with sacred Ganga water.
Chhattisgarh deputy chief minister Vijay Sharma who also holds the home portfolio, announced the initiative aimed at offering prisoners in the state's jails an opportunity for ‘spiritual purification through a collective Ganga water bath.' The initiative, set to take place on Feb 25, will involve prisoners from five central jails, 20 district jails, and 8 sub-jails across the state.
Speaking about the move, deputy CM Sharma expressed that prisoners also have the desire to partake in the sacred tradition of

Ganga Snan

(bathing in the Ganges) to gain spiritual merit. Keeping this sentiment in mind, the state govt has organized this special event, providing the inmates with a chance to cleanse themselves spiritually with holy Ganga water.
"This decision comes from the cultural values rooted in us and is an integral part of our traditions. The initiative is aimed at fostering a sense of self-purification and morality among prisoners, while also promoting their rehabilitation and reform," said Sharma.

Sharma added that this spiritual event is taking place during the grand Maha Kumbh, a rare occasion occurring once every 144 years, and that everyone, including inmates, has the right to benefit from such a divine opportunity. In order to ensure the event runs smoothly, Sharma stated that necessary instructions have been provided to all jail superintendents and officials involved.
Sharma emphasized that such programmes will continue to be organized, giving prisoners the opportunity to reintegrate into society and lead a reformed life.