Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027: ₹22,425 Event Guide Amrita Snana Key Dates Venue — Full Program

Maharashtra will host Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027 from October 2026 to July 2028, one of the major Hindu religious congregations in the state. This event takes place once every 12 years in two holy cities. People come to this Kumbh to take a sacred dip in the Godavari river.

Here’s everything you need to know about the Kumbh Mela budget, key dates and schedule of Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2026.

The ₹22,425 crore event

In July this year, the Ministry of Tourism said that the Maharashtra government had informed that the Chief Minister had approved a comprehensive development plan for the Kumbh Mela of Rs. ₹22,425.39 crore in the High Committee meeting held on March 13, 2026.

Union Minister for Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat disclosed this information in a written reply in the Lok Sabha on 27 July 2026.

Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027 can ‘create’. ₹27,000 crores

According to news agency ANI, Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027 is expected to generate economic activity worth nearly ₹27,000 million crowns.

On July 31, a report said 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 on the framework developed by the deAsra Foundation in its knowledge partnership with NTKMA, which projects that Simhastha Kumbh 2027 could generate almost ₹27,000 crore in total economic activity through direct, indirect and induced spending,” the report added, citing an official statement.

What is Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha Kumbh Mela

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 Godavari River in Maharashtra.

According to the government’s account, the event is deeply rooted in the legend of “Amrit Manthan” and symbolizes faith, purity and the eternal cycle of renewal.

Home to one of the 12 Jyotirlingas, Trimbakeshwar adds immense religious significance to the region, while Nashik’s rich culture, temples and ghats reflect its spiritual and historical depth.

Sacred bathing places

Ramkund in Nashik and Kushavarta Tirtha in Trimbakeshwar are the most important pilgrimage sites of the region. These sacred ghats are nearly 30 km apart.

Ramkund is among the most revered sacred bathing places and has special significance in the Vaishnava tradition. During the Simhastha Kumbh Mela, the site is associated with the observance of Amrit Snan, an important ritualistic tradition of bathing, an official release said.

The Kushavarta Tirtha in Trimbakeshwar is a key sacred bathing place for Shaivite ascetics during the Simhastha Kumbh Mela. Set against the backdrop of the Brahmagiri hills, the site is notable for its architectural features and deep-rooted religious significance.

Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha Kumbh Mela: Important Dates

31 October 2026: The Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha Kumbh Mela will begin on 31 October 2026. The last day of the Kumbh will be on 24 July 2028.

‘Dhwajarohan’: The Kumbh Mela flag hoisting ceremony is scheduled to take place on October 31 at 12:02 PM at Ramkund. President Droupadi Murmu was invited to attend the event.

Simhastha Kumbh Mela: ‘Shahi Snan’, ‘Amrit Snan’ complete schedule and location

Here is the complete schedule as mentioned by Nirvi Yatra Pvt Ltd on its website:

DateEvent VENUE October 31, 2026Official Inauguration (Dhwajarohan – Flag Hoisting)Ramkund, Nashik24. July 2027Flag Hoisting Ceremony (Opening of Capital Mela)Nashik and Trimbakeshwar 2nd August 2027First Amrit Somnan/Aramundsya Sharstja Kushavarta Kund31. August 2027Second Amrit Snan (Shravan Amavasya)/Main Shahi SnanRamkund and Kushavarta Kund5. September 2027Rishi PanchamiBoth places 2027Third Amrit Snan (Shaiva) – Bhadrapada Ekadashi/Final Shahi SnanKushavarta, Trimbakeshwar15. September 2027Bhadrapada PurnimaBoth locations11. October 2027Ashwin Shudh EkadashiBoth locations15. October 2027Bothtik2 Shudh0 Purni EkadashiBoth locations14. November 2027Kartik PurnimaBoth locations26. January 2028Mouni AmavasyaBoth locationsFebruary 1, 2028Vasant PanchamiBoth locationsFebruary 8, 2028Ganga Godavari MahotsavRamkund, NashikFebruary 27, 2028.02.2028 Triushatamb June, May 2028-Tri-Mahavar Shivrat 2028Ganga Dussehra UtsavBoth locations24. July 2028Official conclusion (lowering of flag)Nashik and Trimbakeshwar

Invitation to the logo design competition

The Nashik Trimbakeshwar Kumbh Mela Authority in collaboration with the Designers Association of India and MyGov has invited creative minds to design a logo for the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027 that captures the spirit of faith, purity and renewal associated with this sacred event.

It stated that the logo should capture the essence of the Kumbh Mela and Lord Shiva; the grandeur of the Ramayana sites of Nashik, the ghats of Nashik and the eternal flow of the Godavari river.

1st winner will be awarded INR 3,00,000 + certificate

2nd winner will be awarded INR 2,00,000 + certificate

3rd winner will be awarded INR 1,00,000 + certificate

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