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IN PHOTOS: CM Fadnavis, Eknath Shinde announce new projects for Nashik Kumbh Mela 2027

Updated On: 13 November, 2025 06:19 PM IST | Asif Ali Sayed

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Thursday unveiled new development projects worth thousands of crores. Pics/Eknath Shinde's office

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Nashik is set to undergo a massive transformation ahead of the Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027. Pics/Eknath Shinde's office

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Nashik is set to undergo a massive transformation ahead of the Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027. Pics/Eknath Shinde's office
The announcement came during a ‘bhoomipujan’ ceremony marking the start of several key infrastructure works on Thursday

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The announcement came during a ‘bhoomipujan’ ceremony marking the start of several key infrastructure works on Thursday

Speaking at the event, CM Fadnavis said that over Rs 20,000 crore has been sanctioned by the Union and state governments for the Kumbh

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Speaking at the event, CM Fadnavis said that over Rs 20,000 crore has been sanctioned by the Union and state governments for the Kumbh

"These works will transform Nashik and Trimbakeshwar into major pilgrimage and tourism hubs. All projects are planned to last at least 25 years and will ensure modern facilities for devotees,” CM Fadnavis said

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"These works will transform Nashik and Trimbakeshwar into major pilgrimage and tourism hubs. All projects are planned to last at least 25 years and will ensure modern facilities for devotees,” CM Fadnavis said

During a ceremony on Thursday, projects worth Rs 5,757 crore were inaugurated, including Rs 2,270 crore by the Public Works Department and Rs 3,338 crore by the Nashik Municipal Corporation

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During a ceremony on Thursday, projects worth Rs 5,757 crore were inaugurated, including Rs 2,270 crore by the Public Works Department and Rs 3,338 crore by the Nashik Municipal Corporation

Deputy CM Shinde highlighted the broader vision of the Kumbh, stating, “The Simhastha Kumbh Mela is not just a religious event; it will put India on the global spiritual map. Roads, sanitation, water supply, transport, and accommodation facilities for sadhus and devotees are being systematically upgraded”

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Deputy CM Shinde highlighted the broader vision of the Kumbh, stating, “The Simhastha Kumbh Mela is not just a religious event; it will put India on the global spiritual map. Roads, sanitation, water supply, transport, and accommodation facilities for sadhus and devotees are being systematically upgraded”

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