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November 13, 2025 4:33 PM

Nashik civic body to issue Rs 400 crore bonds for Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027

The Nashik Municipal Corporation (NMC) in Maharashtra plans to issue bonds worth Rs 400 crore ($48 million) to fund its 25% share of infrastructure projects for the Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027. The issue will include Rs 200 crore in Clean Godavari Municipal Bonds for sewage treatment and another Rs 200 crore in Green Bonds for water supply schemes, Municipal Commissioner Manisha Khatri told reporters. The Clean Godavari bonds are expected to be launched by the end of November. “The proceeds wi...

February 16, 2025 6:50 PM

River systems similar to blood vessels of our body, says UP CM at ‘Faith of Kumbh’ conclave

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said on Sunday that more than 52 crore devotees have taken a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam during the ongoing Mahakumbh Mela. This has been the largest congregation in human history for a religious event. Speaking at the inauguration of a climate conclave that saw the role of religious leaders in environmental protection and climate change mitigation, CM Yogi Adityanath "emphasised saving nature as it faces dire challenges like pollution, over-extr...

February 6, 2025 10:29 AM

Mahakumbh 2025: over 40 lakh pilgrims benefit from 24/7 pure drinking water supply via 233 water ATMs

A total of 233 Water ATMs have been installed across the Mela area, offering uninterrupted 24-hour service. Through these ATMs, pilgrims are receiving pure Reverse Osmosis (RO) water daily. As per official data from a press release issued by the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting on Wednesday, more than 40 lakh pilgrims have benefited from this service between January 21 and February 1. To further enhance convenience, the administration has made the water distribution completely free. I...

January 16, 2025 10:21 PM

IMD issues orange alert for Prayagraj: rain and fog likely in Kumbh Mela area

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an Orange alert for Prayagraj, where the Kumbh Mela is underway. The alert is in effect for January 16 and 17 due to expected rain and fog conditions. IMD Scientist Soma Sen Roy stated that the southeast region of Uttar Pradesh, including the Kumbh Mela area, may experience rain and fog. While the fog may not be dense, its impact is likely to be substantial. Rainfall is expected to increase from January 18, with additional precipitation anti...