Nashik: Preparations for Simhastha Kumbh Mela Gain Momentum
Additional Chief Secretary of the Public Works and Forest Departments, Milind Mhaiskar, has issued directives to complete all planned works for the Simhastha Kumbh Mela, scheduled to be held next year in Nashik and Trimbakeshwar, within the stipulated timeframe.
Land Acquisition Process Expedited
The Revenue Department has been instructed to expedite the land acquisition process for the event, in line with the meeting's objectives.
Key Stakeholders Attend Review Meeting
- Dr. Pravin Gedam: Chairman of the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Kumbh Mela Development Authority and Divisional Commissioner
- Shekhar Singh: Commissioner of the Authority
- Ayush Prasad
- Siddhesh Savardekar and Rakesh Sepat: Deputy Conservators of Forests
- Brajesh Dixit: Managing Consultant, Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation
- Devendra Pawar: Superintending Engineer
- Arpita Thube and Dr. Pawan Dutta: Sub-Divisional Officers
- Navnath Sonawane: Executive Engineer
Infrastructure Projects and Land Acquisition
Mhaiskar stated that the state government is undertaking several infrastructure projects through the Public Works Department for the Simhastha Kumbh Mela, including the Nashik Parikrama Road.
Key Focus Areas
- Energy Department
- Railway Station Development
- Sadhugram
- Parking Facilities
- Nashik Parikrama Road
- Tree-felling Proposals
- Forest Conservation Initiatives
Divisional Commissioner Dr Pravin Gedam provided detailed guidance on various aspects of the preparations during the meeting.