Maharashtra is set to host Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027, one of the state’s mega Hindu religious congregations, from October 2026 to July 2028. This event is held once every 12 years in the twin holy towns. People come to this Kumbh to take a holy dip in the Godavari River.
Here’s all you need to know about the Kumbh Mela budget, key dates and schedule for the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2026.
The Ministry of Tourism said in July this year the Maharashtra government informed that the chief minister had approved a comprehensive Kumbh Mela Development Plan amounting to ₹22,425.39 crore at the meeting of the Apex Committee held on March 13, 2026.
Union Minister for Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat had shared this information in a written reply in the Lok Sabha on July 27, 2026.
According to ANI news agency, the Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027 is expected to generate economic activity worth nearly ₹27,000 crore.
On July 31, the report stated that the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Kumbh Mela Authority (NTKMA) and deAsra Foundation on Friday launched the next phase of the ANEK (Accelerating Nano Enterprises through Kumbh) initiative to ensure that local women, street vendors and nano entrepreneurs are equipped to benefit from this once-in-12-years opportunity.
“The initiative builds upon a framework developed by deAsra Foundation under its knowledge partnership with NTKMA, which projects that Simhastha Kumbh 2027 could generate nearly ₹27,000 crore in overall economic activity through direct, indirect and induced spending,” the report added while citing official statement.
The Nashik–Trimbakeshwar Simhastha Kumbh Mela is one of the world’s largest spiritual gatherings, held once every 12 years on the banks of the River Godavari in Maharashtra.
According to the government’s description, the event is deeply rooted in the legend of ‘Amrit Manthan’ and symbolises faith, purity, and the eternal cycle of renewal.
Trimbakeshwar, home to one of the 12 Jyotirlingas, adds immense religious significance to the region, while Nashik’s rich culture, temples, and ghats reflect its spiritual and historical depth.
Ramkund in Nashik and Kushavarta Tirtha in Trimbakeshwar are the region’s most significant pilgrimage sites. These sacred ghats are nearly 30 km apart.
Ramkund is among the most revered sacred bathing sites and holds particular significance for the Vaishnav tradition. During the Simhastha Kumbh Mela, the site is associated with the observance of Amrit Snan, an important ritual bathing tradition, an official release said.
Kushavarta Tirtha in Trimbakeshwar is a key sacred bathing site for Shaiv ascetics during the Simhastha Kumbh Mela. Situated against the backdrop of the Brahmagiri hills, the site is distinguished by its architectural features and its deep-rooted religious significance.
October 31, 2026: The Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha Kumbh Mela will begin on October 31, 2026. The last day of the Kumbh will be on July 24, 2028.
‘Dhwajarohan’: The Kumbh Mela flag-hoisting ceremony is scheduled for 12.02 pm on October 31 at Ramkund. President Droupadi Murmu has been invited to attend the event.
Here’s a full schedule as mentioned by Nirvi Yatra Pvt Ltd on its website:
The Nashik Trimbakeshwar Kumbh Mela Authority, in collaboration with Association of Designers of India and MyGov, invited creative minds to design a logo for Nashik–Trimbakeshwar Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027 that captures the spirit of faith, purity, and renewal associated with this sacred event.
It said the logo should capture the essence of Kumbh Mela and Lord Shiva; the magnificence of Ramayana sites at Nashik, the ghats of Nashik, and the eternal flow of the River Godavari.
Gratification:
1st Winner will be rewarded INR 3,00,000 + Certificate
2nd Winner will be rewarded INR 2,00,000 + Certificate
3rd Winner will be rewarded INR 1,00,000 + Certificate
More details at: https://static.mygov.in/archive/mygov/en/public/task/nashik-trimbakeshwar-kumbh-mela-2027-logo-design-competition/index.html
