The Nashik–Trimbakeshwar Simhastha Kumbh Mela formally begins on 31 October 2026 with flag hoisting (Dhwajarohan) at two locations.
Important Facts
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Particular |
Information |
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Event |
Simhastha Kumbh Mela |
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Date |
31 October 2026 |
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Time |
12:02 PM |
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First location |
Ramkund, Panchavati |
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Second location |
Kushavarta Tirtha |
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District |
Nashik |
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State |
Maharashtra |
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Previous Kumbh |
2015–16 |
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Kumbh cycle |
Approximately 12 years |
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Flag lowering |
24 July 2028 |
Important Upcoming Dates
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Event |
Date |
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First Amrit Snan |
2 August 2027 |
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Second Amrit Snan |
31 August 2027 |
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Third Amrit Snan – Nashik |
11 September 2027 |
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Third Amrit Snan – Trimbakeshwar |
12 September 2027 |
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Flag lowering |
24 July 2028 |
Exam Focus – Must Remember
1. Why is it called Simhastha?
The Nashik Kumbh is associated with Jupiter's entry into Leo (Simha Rashi).
2. Four Kumbh Mela locations
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Location |
State |
River |
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Haridwar |
Uttarakhand |
Ganga |
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Prayagraj |
Uttar Pradesh |
Ganga, Yamuna, mythical Saraswati |
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Ujjain |
Madhya Pradesh |
Shipra |
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Nashik |
Maharashtra |
Godavari |
3. Related static GK
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Godavari originates near Trimbakeshwar, from the Brahmagiri hills.
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Godavari is known as the Dakshin Ganga.
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Trimbakeshwar Temple is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas.
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Kumbh Mela was included in UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list in 2017.
Quick Revision
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31 October 2026 – Kumbh flag hoisting.
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2 August 2027 – First Amrit Snan.
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Nashik + Ujjain – Simhastha Kumbh locations.
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Godavari – River associated with Nashik Kumbh.
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2017 – UNESCO heritage recognition.
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2015–16 – Previous Nashik Kumbh.
Practice MCQs
Q1. Nashik Simhastha Kumbh Mela is associated with which river?
A. Krishna
B. Godavari
C. Tapi
D. Bhima
Q2. Which planet's entry into Leo is associated with Nashik Simhastha?
A. Mars
B. Venus
C. Jupiter
D. Saturn
Q3. In which year was Kumbh Mela included in UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list?
A. 2015
B. 2016
C. 2017
D. 2018
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