'Nashik To Get Major Infrastructure Boost Ahead Of Simhastha Kumbh Mela': Dy CM Eknath Shinde Announces ₹35,000 Crore Plan | VIDEO
Mumbai, October 26, 2026: Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Monday said the upcoming Simhastha Kumbh Mela would give fresh momentum to Nashik’s development, with major investments in roads, infrastructure and public amenities transforming the city and neighbouring Trimbakeshwar. The state government has earmarked around Rs 35,000 crore for preparations for the religious gathering, which is…
Mumbai, October 26, 2026 - Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde announced a major infrastructure plan of Rs 35,000 crore for Nashik ahead of the upcoming Simhastha Kumbh Mela. The announcement came during a groundbreaking ceremony for a road project at Gangapur and the inauguration of a new hostel at Karmaveer Advocate Baburao Ganpat Thakare College of Engineering.
Shinde emphasized the importance of good roads for a city's progress and directed officials to ensure the timely completion of the road work with high quality standards. The massive influx of pilgrims expected at the Kumbh Mela will accelerate infrastructure development in Nashik and Trimbakeshwar, particularly in the road network and facilities to accommodate the large number of visitors.
Shinde also inaugurated a hostel at the college, praising the work of the Maratha Vidya Prasarak Samaj for providing educational opportunities to rural students. The government is continuing preparations for the Kumbh Mela despite the drought situation, while extending assistance to farmers. Shinde directed officials to address employees' demands and examine the rehabilitation proposal for Sant Kabir Nagar slum, promising a positive decision from a housing perspective.
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