Nashik, July 29 -- In a major initiative to build a structured student volunteer network for the Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027, the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Kumbh Mela Authority (NTKMA) has directed educational institutions across Nashik to establish dedicated 'Kumbh Cells'. Alongside this, online registrations have also been opened for the 'Kumbhdoot' student volunteer programme, inviting students to enrol by scanning the designated QR code.

The initiative follows an online review meeting chaired by NTKMA Commissioner Shekhar Singh, during which representatives of educational institutions discussed a collaborative framework for engaging students in volunteer services, environmental initiatives and pilgrim assistance during the mega religious ga...