India, Nov. 29 -- justify;">In an unusual move aimed at strengthening coordination ahead of the 2027 Haridwar Kumbh, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Friday held a meeting with Acharyas and representatives of all 13 Akharas on the banks of the Ganga. Officials described it as the first instance of a preparatory meeting for the Kumbh being organised directly at a ghat, with the state government seeking early inputs from the saint community on logistical and cultural arrangements.

During the interaction, the Chief Minister announced the key bathing dates for the 2027 Kumbh, enabling participating groups and administrative departments to begin their internal planning well in advance.

Dhami sought suggestions from the Achar...