Amitabh Bachchan explains Sanskrit roots of Namaskaar and how it became a lifesaver during COVID-19: 'More than just a greeting'
- Posted on May 27, 2026
- By The Times of India
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Amitabh Bachchan explains Sanskrit roots of Namaskaar and how it became a lifesaver during COVID-19: 'More than just a greeting'
Amitabh Bachchan says ‘Namaskaar’ carries deep cultural, spiritual, and social meaning, and he recalled how the folded-hand Indian greeting found wider acceptance across the world during the COVID-19 pandemic. The actor said the gesture became a safe and respectful alternative to handshakes in 2020, when people avoided physical contact.
