Religious organizations in Haridwar have demanded a ban on non-Hindus entering the Ardh Kumbh Mela premises, citing security concerns and historical bylaws. Leaders like Sadhvi Prachi and Shri Ganga Sabha president Nitin Gautam have called for an 'exclusive' area for Hindus, referencing past incidents and municipal laws. Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami stated the government will consult with priest groups and make decisions through dialogue within the legal framework, acknowledging the impracticality of such a ban.