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Maha: Minister Girish Mahajan invites Governor to Simhastha Kumbh flag-hoisting ceremony

Nashik, Oct 23 (UNI) Maharashtra Kumbh Mela Minister and Water Resources and Disaster Management Minister Girish Mahajan met Governor Jishnu Dev Varma, and invited him to attend the flag-hoisting ceremony of the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha Kumbh Mela on October 31, which is scheduled to be held in the presence of President Droupadi Murmu.
During the meeting, Mahajan briefed the Governor on the preparations that are underway for the upcoming Kumbh Mela and the arrangements being planned for the historic and spiritually significant ceremony.
Mahajan highlighted the religious and cultural importance of Nashik and Trimbakeshwar, describing the Simhastha Kumbh Mela as a major event showcasing Maharashtra's spiritual heritage. The gathering is expected to bring together saints, seers, sadhus and devotees from across the country.
He informed the Governor that the state government is working to ensure that the Kumbh Mela is organised on a grand scale with a focus on safety, proper management, infrastructure development, pilgrim facilities and administrative coordination.
Mahajan also briefed the Governor on the arrangements and safety measures adopted during the 2015 Kumbh Mela, highlighting the planning undertaken to ensure the event was conducted safely and successfully.
Governor's Secretary Dr Prashant Narnaware and Lok Bhavan Office Manager Nishikant Deshpande were present during the meeting.
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