The Maharashtra government has announced the dates for the upcoming Simhastha Kumbh Mela in Nashik and Trimbakeshwar. It will start on October 31, 2025, and last for 18 months, making it the longest Kumbh Mela ever held in the area.
After a meeting with 13 Akharas and important religious leaders, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis shared the schedule.
For those who don’t know, the Simhastha Kumbh Mela is one of the biggest Hindu religious gatherings. It will begin with the flag hoisting (Dhwajarohan) on October 31, 2025, and end on July 24, 2028. This is the first time the Kumbh in Nashik and Trimbakeshwar will last for 18 months. Many sacred rituals and holy baths (amrit snan) will take place during this festival. Keep reading to know the important dates.
Kumbh Mela 2025: Amrit Snan and Parva Snan Dates :
Amrit Snan Dates – Nashik
- 1st Amrit Snan: August 2, 2027
- 2nd Amrit Snan: August 31, 2027
- 3rd Amrit Snan: September 11, 2027
- Amrit Snan Dates – Trimbakeshwar:
- 1st Amrit Snan: August 2, 2027
- 2nd Amrit Snan: August 31, 2027
- 3rd Amrit Snan: September 12, 2027
Additional Festive Baths in Nashik
- Rishipanchami Snan: September 9, 2027
- Somvati Amavasya: December 27, 2027
- Basant Panchami: February 1, 2028
- Ganga Godavari Mahotsav: February 8, 2028
- Ganga Dussehra: May 25 – June 2, 2028
Other Important Dates in Trimbakeshwar
- Nagpanchami: August 6, 2027
- Raksha Bandhan: August 17, 2027
- Janmashtami: August 28, 2027
- Vaikunth Chaturdashi: November 13, 2027
- Gudhi Padwa: March 27, 2028
- Ram Navmi: April 3, 2028
- Akshay Tritiya: April 27, 2028
- Ganga Jayanti: May 1, 2028
According to Chief Minister Fadnavis, projects worth ₹2,000 crore are ongoing to improve infrastructure, control crowds, and keep the Godavari River clean.