President Murmu Inaugurates Simhastha Kumbh Preparations in Nashik
The 21-month pilgrimage will draw millions of devotees and includes parallel flag-hoisting ceremonies at Trimbakeshwar, officials said.
- On Saturday, President Droupadi Murmu performed the 'Dhwajarohan' flag-hoisting ceremony at Ramkund, officially commencing the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha Kumbh Mela. The 21-month-long Hindu pilgrimage will draw millions of devotees.
- Around 30 kilometres away in Trimbakeshwar, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis hoisted the flag at Kushavarta Teerth. Coinciding with the Mela's start, the ancient Shri Ganga Godavari temple at Ramkund reopened Saturday after 11 years.
- Officials said 6,657 tribals will perform the 'Goda Aarti' to set a world record. The ceremonial 'Shri Ganga-Godavari Dharma Dhvaj' flag features 12 silk tassels representing social unity and bells symbolizing the primordial sound, Brahmanad.
- Guardian Minister Girish Mahajan said administrative machinery is working to ensure the journey for every devotee is "safe, smooth, and memorable." Agencies are managing infrastructure, sanitation, and traffic to accommodate pilgrims.
- The 21-month pilgrimage continues through July 24, 2028, with key 'amrut snan' ritual dates scheduled for August 2 next year, August 31, and September 11. Vaishnav and Shaiv Akhadas will participate in these essential bathing ceremonies.
20 Articles
20 Articles
President Murmu inaugurates Simhastha Kumbh preparations in Nashik
Along with President Droupadi Murmu, the ceremony was attended by Maharashtra Governor Jishnu Dev Varma, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Ministers Eknath Shinde and Sunetra Ajit Pawar, among other ministers of the State
Simhastha Mahakumbh 2027 begins: CM Fadnavis hoists sacred Dhwaja
NASHIK: Good news for all Sanatanis awaiting the inauguration of the sacred Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha Mahakumbh 2027. Festivities have officially begun with the sacred Dhwaja Stambh puja by CM Devendra Fadnavis, ushering in a radiant celebration of Sanatan tradition on the banks of the Godavari. 🚩Honourable President Smt. Droupadi Murmu performed the puja of the Dhwajstambh and Pavitra Dhwaj of the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha Mahakumbh …
President Murmu flags off Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha Kumbh Mela
President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha Kumbh Mela by performing the 'dhwajarohan' ceremony at Ramkund. The mega religious event, which also saw the participation of Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Ministers, will span 21 months and include several 'amrut snan' dates, concluding in 2028.
President Droupadi Murmu hoists religious flag, formally opens Nashik Kumbh Mela
The flag-hoisting ceremony at Nashik's Ramtirtha and Trimbakeshwar, attended by thousands of devotees, marks the beginning of preparations for the 2027 Simhastha Kumbh Mela, which will continue until July 2028.
Big spending, rushed preps: Nashik Kumbh aims to outmatch Prayagraj's
At two minutes past noon on Saturday, October 31, President Draupadi Murmu will hoist the laced saffron Dharmadwaj – a huge saffron flag – on a 51-foot flagpole near Ramkund on the Godavari River in Nashik, signifying the official commencement of the Kumbh. This one-in-12-years Kumbh will, however, see the ritual bathing perhaps from a … Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on…
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 60% of the sources lean Left
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
