Railways Gears Up for Simhastha Kumbh Mela in Nashik
Railway Board chairman Satish Kumar inspected several stations in Nashik to prepare for the 2026 Simhastha Kumbh Mela. Emphasis was on cleanliness, passenger amenities, and infrastructure. A high-level meeting focused on coordination with Maharashtra government bodies for smooth operations during the event's large footfall.
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In a bid to prepare for the upcoming Simhastha Kumbh Mela, Railway Board chairman Satish Kumar conducted an inspection of five key stations in Nashik district over the weekend.
According to a statement released on Monday by Central Railway, Kumar's inspection tour included Nashik Road, Devlali, Odha, Kherwadi, and Kasbe Sukene stations. The focal points were cleanliness, passenger amenities, and overall infrastructural readiness as the district gears up for the massive event.
Following the station visits, Kumar headed a high-level meeting with Maharashtra government officials to discuss strategies for crowd management, transport integration, and timely infrastructure development. This meeting stressed the importance of inter-agency cooperation to ensure a smooth experience for the anticipated influx of pilgrims.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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