Nashik Kumbh Mela inaugurated by CM Devendra Fadanvis

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The Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha Kumbh Mela was inaugurated by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis in Nashik and Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh in Trimbakeshwar on Tuesday morning. The inaugural was marked with poojas, hymns and traditional flag hoisting at both venues amidst tight security.

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Several thousands of pilgrims, mendicants and holy men, officials from various departments and tourists will witness the dozenial event, which is held once in 12 years.

[MiniGupta]

The inaugural was followed by thousands marching to the Godavari River for the first holy bath of Kumbh Mela 2015.