New Delhi, Feb. 24 -- Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on February 21 reviewed preparations for the Kumbh Mela 2027 in Haridwar, asking officials to complete major works within deadlines and to prioritise facilities and safety for devotees.

Dhami chaired a high-level meeting at the Mela Control Building in Haridwar, where he sought updates on compliance with directions issued in previous reviews and took stock of progress on ongoing projects. He instructed departments to ensure that planning and execution at zone and sector levels are aligned to targets, timelines and quality standards.

In the meeting, the chief minister said the government's top priority would be the "convenience, ease and safety" of devotees and that arr...