NTKMA and GSI Finalise Disaster Plan for Kumbh Mela 2027
UPSC / SSC current affairs note · Governance
Why in news
The National Task Force for Kumbh Mela (NTKMA) and Geological Survey of India (GSI) have finalised a disaster preparedness roadmap for the Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027. This includes a three-month seismic study in Trimbakeshwar and fresh inspections of landslide-prone areas in Nashik to enhance pilgrim safety.
Background
Kumbh Mela is a major Hindu pilgrimage held every 12 years at four locations, including Nashik (Trimbakeshwar). The 2027 Simhastha Kumbh Mela will be held in Nashik, which is prone to landslides and seismic activity. NTKMA coordinates disaster management for the event.
Key facts
NTKMA and GSI have finalised a disaster preparedness roadmap for Kumbh Mela 2027.
The plan includes a three-month seismic study in Trimbakeshwar using five monitoring stations.
Fresh inspections of landslide-prone areas in Nashik will be conducted.
The measures aim to enhance pilgrim safety during the event.
Kumbh Mela 2027 is the Simhastha Kumbh Mela held in Nashik.
Prelims pointers
- NTKMA: National Task Force for Kumbh Mela
- GSI: Geological Survey of India
- Kumbh Mela 2027: Simhastha Kumbh Mela in Nashik
- Trimbakeshwar: location in Nashik, Maharashtra
- Seismic study: three-month duration with five stations
Mains angles
- GS1 Geography: Disaster management in pilgrimage sites
- GS3 Disaster Management: Role of NTKMA and GSI in risk mitigation
- GS2 Governance: Coordination between central and state agencies for large events