Viral: People drink AC water assuming it to be Lord Krishna’s charanamrit; expert lists dangers
A viral video shows devotees at Banke Bihari temple in Vrindavan drinking air conditioner water, mistaking it for holy water. Health experts warn against consuming such water, highlighting risks including Legionnaires’ disease and other infections. AC water can harbor harmful microbes, contaminants, and heavy metals, making it unsafe for drinking or even plant irrigation.