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Nashik Tests River Rescue Readiness Ahead Of MahaSimhastha 2027
Nashik is getting ready for the MahaSimhastha Kumbh Mela in 2027.
Officials are testing temporary facilities on the river at Anandvalli Ghat.
The test began on August 17 and will last about 20 to 25 days.
Rescue teams are studying how the river behaves during the monsoon.
They are looking for places where people might be in danger.
They are also checking where boats can dock and where people can safely get on and off boats.
Teams are testing equipment such as life jackets, life rings and rescue boats.
The goal is to help rescuers respond safely and quickly if an emergency happens during the event.
A temporary water-infrastructure Proof of Concept began at Anandvalli Ghat on August 17.
The exercise will operate for approximately 20 to 25 days under monsoon river conditions.
The National Disaster Response Force is assessing river risks, water flow and vulnerable stretches.
Teams are evaluating temporary jetties, docking facilities, rescue-boat movement and emergency access routes.
Officials are testing rescue equipment, response times and safety arrangements for MahaSimhastha Kumbh Mela 2027.
- Who
- The National Disaster Response Force, Nashik Municipal Corporation, District Collector’s Office, Police Department, State Disaster Response Force, NTKMA, Water Resources Department and Maharashtra State Infrastructure Development Corporation.
- What
- A Proof of Concept is testing temporary water-based infrastructure and river rescue arrangements.
- Where
- Anandvalli Ghat in Nashik.
- When
- The exercise began on August 17, with a joint assessment conducted on August 17 and 18; it is expected to continue for approximately 20 to 25 days.
- Why
- To assess safety, operational efficiency, access, equipment and response readiness for river emergencies during MahaSimhastha Kumbh Mela 2027.
Key facts
- Exercise location
- Anandvalli Ghat, Nashik
- Start date
- August 17
- Expected duration
- Approximately 20 to 25 days
- Lead assessment agency
- National Disaster Response Force
- Infrastructure examined
- Temporary jetties, docking facilities, water barricading and emergency access routes
- Equipment assessed
- Rescue boats, life jackets, life rings and other rescue equipment
- Potential emergencies
- Flood-like situations, boat-related incidents and other river contingencies
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