Simhastha 2028 Preparations Intensify: Senior Officials Review Mega Infrastructure Push

Ujjain, November 14 — Preparations for Simhastha 2028 gathered pace on Friday as Mela Officer Ashish Singh chaired a high-level review meeting at the Collectorate auditorium. The session focused on ongoing construction works undertaken by the Municipal Corporation, MPEB, UDA and Smart City.Officials presented progress reports on key civic upgrades planned ahead of the massive religious gathering. Singh instructed departments to expedite work and refine their operational roadmaps.A major point of discussion was the implementation of underground electricity cabling, a crucial component of the city’s infrastructural overhaul. Officers were directed to ensure strict compliance and timely execution.Singh also ordered all departments to update their project details on the PM Gati Shakti portal, enabling real-time monitoring.The meeting further explored avenues for CSR funding to support Simhastha-related development. It was agreed that a dedicated coordination officer will be appointed to streamline CSR-backed projects.Collector Raushan Kumar Singh, Municipal Commissioner Abhilash Mishra, UDA CEO Sandeep Soni, Smart City CEO Sandeep Shiwa and other senior officials were present.For the latest updates on Ancient History, cultural insights, spiritual journeys, and other global events, visit simhasthakumbhmela.com first. What are your thoughts on the meaning of “Kumbh” and its connection to the Kumbh Mela? Share your views in the comments below and don’t forget to share this article with others!