Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday announced Simhastha Kumbh Mela in Nashik-Trimbakeshwar will begin with flag hoisting on October 31, 2026. The first Amrit Snan will be held on August 2, 2027 (Somvati Amavasya), followed by the second on August 31, 2027 (Amavasya) and third on September 11/12, 2027 (Ekadashi). The flag will be taken down on July 24, 2028.