UPDATES:
- PM Modi says, "For us, loan waivers would have been an easy and convenient way. We could have also distributed 'rewri' for political and election benefits, but we can't commit such a crime. Loan waivers benefit only a selected few"
- UP CM Yogi Adityanath: "We would like to wish PM Modi after gaining respect from the world as 'champion of earth', as he was honoured with Seoul peace prize last week"
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The Prime Minister will distribute the Swachh Kumbh Swachh Aabhaar awards to 'Safai karmacharis' (sanitation employees), 'swachhagrahis', police personnel and 'naviks' (boatmen). "There will also be the digital announcement of Swachh Seva Samman Benefits package," said the statement issued by Prime Minister's Office. Modi will later address the gathering.
The Prime Minister will take a bath at Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj and also interact with sanitation employees.
"Cleanliness and Swacch Bharat initiatives were given unprecedented focus in Kumbh organized at Prayagraj this year. The Prime Minister by presenting the Swachh Kumbh Swachh Aabhar awards will honour those who have played a vital role in ensuring a Swachh Kumbh," the statement added.
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