Nashik Plans Inflatable Weir for Kumbh Mela Bathing Water
Water Resources Department proposes inflatable balloon weir at Nandini Ghat to ensure adequate bathing water during Amrut Snan in Nashik's Kumbh Mela 2027.
Water Resources Department proposes inflatable balloon weir at Nandini Ghat to ensure adequate bathing water during Amrut Snan in Nashik's Kumbh Mela 2027.
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Northern Railway officials conducted a thorough inspection of Prayag and Phaphamau stations to ensure passenger safety and crowd management for the upcoming Magh Mela 2026.
Police detained two Haridwar residents who wore 'sheikh' attire at Har Ki Pauri for a YouTube video, sparking demands to restrict non-Hindus at Ganga ghats during Kumbh Mela.
The dilapidated railway over bridge near Prayagraj High Court will be demolished and rebuilt at a cost of Rs 52 crore, providing relief to commuters ahead of the 2031 Kumbh Mela.
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Public and political voices demand extension of Marathwada Express from Manmad to Nashik, citing benefits for Kumbh Mela pilgrims and reduced congestion. Read the full story.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis refutes claims of commercial exploitation of Nashik's Tapovan, details BJP's plan for the MICE project and Kumbh Mela. Read his full rebuttal.
Nature lovers in Nashik stopped the municipal corporation from cutting trees in Tidke Colony, alleging violation of an NGT order. This marks the second major conflict over green cover loss for Kumbh projects.
East Central Railway wins India's best railway security shield for 2025. Recognized for 91% crime detection, rescuing 2314 minors from traffickers, and stellar Kumbh Mela security. Read more.
Three Northern Railway officials from Lucknow division receive the prestigious Ati Vishisht Rail Seva Puraskar 2026 for exceptional service. Read about their outstanding contributions.
A three-member NGT committee inspected Nashik sites where trees are marked for felling for Kumbh Mela 2027 infrastructure. Read about the panel's findings and the upcoming report.
Central Railway's Bhusawal division stations a state-of-the-art High Speed Accident Relief Train (HS-SPART) at Manmad Junction, featuring an onboard operation theatre and advanced rescue gear for swift emergency response ahead of Kumbh Mela 2026-28.
Maharashtra Industries Minister Uday Samant commits to protecting Nashik's Tapovan greenery, denies any proposal for an industrial expo centre there. Read his full statement and the controversy over 1,700 trees.
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Plans to cut trees for Simhastha Kumbh Mela's sadhugram in Nashik's Tapovan ignite a political storm before Jan 15 NMC elections. BJP faces heat as allies, opposition unite with activists. Read more.
Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde expressed confidence in the alliance's victory in Nashik Municipal Corporation polls on Jan 15, predicting a Shiv Sena mayor. Read about the campaign road show and key promises.
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Arvind Sawant criticizes Maharashtra govt for not appointing a guardian minister for Nashik despite four cabinet ministers from district. He alleges corruption risk in Kumbh works ahead of Jan 15 polls.
Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami will hold talks on a demand to ban non-Hindus from Kumbh areas. Officials cite impracticality due to global tourism. The Kumbh Mela is scheduled for January 2027 in Haridwar.
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West Bengal unveils a tech-driven plan for Gangasagar Mela 2026, featuring AI surveillance, QR wristbands for safety, and a major sustainability push. Read about the green transformation.
Prayagraj's Magh Mela sees massive 32 lakh+ footfall on Day 1, signaling a tourism boom. UP aims to leverage UNESCO heritage status to make Sangam city a top global spiritual destination. Read more.
Maharashtra emerges as India's railway development leader with 35 mega projects worth Rs 3.5 lakh crore. Discover how this investment transforms Mumbai and Vidarbha's connectivity.
Nitin Gautam of Ganga Sabha urges a ban on non-Hindus in Haridwar's Kumbh Mela area, citing security and sanctity. Read the full story on the controversial demand.
Mumbai's suburban rail sees a 7% drop in fatalities in 2025, but 2,287 deaths underscore a persistent safety emergency. Track crossing and overcrowding remain top killers.
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Indian Railways implements extensive safety, crowd control, and passenger facilities at Prayagraj stations for Magh Mela 2026. Read about the special arrangements for a smooth pilgrimage journey.