Uttarakhand: Top seer at Haridwar Kumbh Mela dies of COVID-19
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A seer at the Kumbh Mela in Haridwar, Uttarakhand, died of COVID-19 on Thursday as the event faces backlash for its large maskless gatherings in the midst of the pandemic. Reportedly, senior leaders of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) held meetings with 13 akhadas to take a decision on wrapping up activities at the Kumbh Mela, where thousands have tested positive.
