Nashik Kumbh Mela Sadhugram Plan Triggers Tree-Felling Protests
Maharashtra minister Girish Mahajan defends transplanting trees for Nashik's Kumbh Mela Sadhugram amid protests from Shiv Sena, NCP, and legal challenges. Details inside.
Maharashtra minister Girish Mahajan defends transplanting trees for Nashik's Kumbh Mela Sadhugram amid protests from Shiv Sena, NCP, and legal challenges. Details inside.
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Maharashtra's ruling coalition faces rift as Shinde Sena protests tree cutting in Nashik's Tapovan for Kumbh Mela, opposing CM Fadnavis's stance. Details inside.
Uttarakhand MPs raise alarm in Parliament over surge in bear and leopard attacks, citing climate change and habitat loss. Parents fear sending kids out as terror grips hills.
Uttarakhand's election department initiates a crucial pre-revision exercise to verify voters from the 2003 electoral rolls, aiming to ensure accuracy and integrity ahead of potential updates.
A 42-year-old man was killed by a leopard in Pauri Garhwal, marking the third fatal attack in the district within a month. Public anger over rising human-wildlife conflict intensifies. Read more.
Prayagraj authorities verify entry-exit routes for Magh Mela 2026, expecting 12-15 crore pilgrims. AI, drones, and Kumbh model to ensure smooth flow. Read the detailed plan here.
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Congress & NCP MPs demand Union govt intervention to stop cutting of 1,700 trees at Tapovan for Sadhugram development ahead of Kumbh Mela 2027. Read about the ecological concerns.
Maharashtra politician Nitesh Rane questions environmentalists' silence on Eid goat slaughter amid protests against felling 1,700 trees for Kumbh Mela's Sadhu Gram. Read the full controversy.
Nashik district proposes Rs 264 crore for advanced disaster management at Kumbh Mela, including fire-fighting robots and a 60m water tower. Key details inside.
Nashik Municipal Corporation lists Rs 200 crore bonds on NSE, oversubscribed 3.95 times. Funds to clean Godavari for Kumbh Mela 2027. NMC gets Rs 26 crore incentive.
Nashik Municipal Corporation relocates Kumbh rest house project from historic B D Bhalekar School site to Gangapur Road following massive public protests. The new ₹10.36 crore project will be ready in 9-12 months.
Uttarakhand Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan visited Champawat's Golu Devta temple to review the corridor project aimed at boosting religious tourism and local economy. Details inside.
Uttarakhand's early-warning system gets a major boost with 3 new Doppler radars approved for Haridwar, Pantnagar & Auli. This upgrade aims to improve accuracy of weather alerts in the hazard-prone state. Read more.
Nashik Municipal Corporation's bond issue for Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027 oversubscribed 3.95 times, raising Rs 200 crore. NSE MD highlights investor confidence in municipal bonds. Read more.
Prayagraj authorities draft a detailed traffic and safety plan for Magh Mela 2025, featuring ghats on Google Maps, 7 key routes, and special parking. Key dates: Makar Sankranti (Jan 15) & Mauni Amavasya (Jan 18).
Nashik Municipal Corporation lists Rs 200 crore 'Clean Godavari Bonds' on NSE to fund key infrastructure, including sewerage and Ram Jhula, ahead of the 2027 Kumbh Mela. Read more.
PM Modi dedicates over 2 minutes of Mann Ki Baat to Uttarakhand, praising its winter tourism, adventure sports like ultra-marathon, and rising popularity as a wedding destination.
PM Modi highlights Uttarakhand's surge in winter tourism, adventure sports & destination weddings. Auli, Munsyari see record footfall. Discover why visitors are flocking to this Himalayan state.
Maharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray and NCP actor Sayaji Shinde strongly oppose tree cutting for Nashik Kumbh Mela preparations. Read their environmental stance.
Uttarakhand High Court supports the 576-raft limit on the Ganga, set by a tourism board committee. The court declined to intervene, stating it's an expert matter. Learn more about the ruling and its impact.
Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami unveils 2027 Haridwar Kumbh Mela dates with saints on Ganga banks. Historic meeting sets stage for massive spiritual gathering. Check key bathing dates and preparations.
Nashik authorities prioritize ghat safety for 2026-28 Simhastha Kumbh Mela. Commissioner Shekhar Singh leads review of infrastructure plans for millions of pilgrims.
Police recover 161 packets of suspected explosive material near a school in Almora. An investigation is underway to determine how the hazardous material ended up there. Read for details.
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav announces cancellation of pooling arrangements and special honors for farmers during Simhastha Kumbh 2024. Read about the grand preparations!
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Uttarakhand CM announces a medical college in every district to boost healthcare access and medical education. Plan aims to make state self-reliant in medical sector.
Maharashtra government launches massive Rs 5,757 crore Nashik urban renewal project ahead of 2027 Kumbh Mela. Discover how this will transform the spiritual hub.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrates Uttarakhand's silver jubilee with special postage stamps, ₹8,000 crore infrastructure projects, and ₹62 crore farmer benefits. Discover the cultural tribute.