Karnataka Deputy CM D K Shivakumar defended his intent to visit the Kumbh Mela despite criticism. Amid political comments, he asserted it was part of his personal belief system and devotion.

Maybe he has some problem. No one has the right to speak about my personal beliefs. My belief and devotion are my personal matters," he said. Ashoka, in a post on 'X', asked, "Won't Kharge now ...