In this episode of F&F Ep. 128, Hemant delves into one of the most pressing and uncomfortable questions of our time — who is really sponsoring the Kanwar Yatra, and whether religious processions in India have now become fertile grounds for communal unrest. The Kanwar Yatra, once a humble pilgrimage of faith where devotees of Lord Shiva carried holy Ganga water barefoot, has undergone a dramatic transformation over the years. Today, it often resembles a state-sponsored, hyper-masculine spectacle — complete with DJ trucks, open display of weapons, provocative slogans, and a level of impunity that seems unimaginable for any other community. So who’s funding this? Hemant investigates the role of local administrations, political outfits, and right-wing organizations that offer not just logistical support — from water tanks and food stalls to DJ sets and fuel — but also tacit backing for unruly behavior under the garb of devotion.