Maharashtra Gears Up for Nashik Kumbh 2027, Learning from Prayagraj

Maharashtra officials are intensifying preparations for the 2027 Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha Kumbh Mela, drawing insights from the recent Prayagraj Mahakumbh. A 20-member team, led by Nashik Divisional Commissioner Pravin Gedam, visited Prayagraj to study crowd management, security, and infrastructure. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has approved plans for a Nashik makeover, including improved roads, basic amenities, and a 'Sadhugram'. The administration is prioritizing long-term projects like highways and sewage treatment plants. With the event expected to draw lakhs of devotees, officials are focusing on traffic management, river cleanliness, and showcasing India's diverse religious traditions. The state aims to establish Nashik as a "Religious Hub" through this grand event.

 

Source: The Deccan Chronicle