ANANTNAG, MAY 12: Deputy Commissioner (DC), Anantnag Dr. Bilal Mohiud Din Bhat Tuesday chaired a comprehensive meeting at DC Office, to review and finalise the arrangements for smooth observance of upcoming Holy Adhikmas Kumbh, scheduled at Mattan from May 17 to June 16, 2026.
The meeting, as per an official statement, was attended by SE Hydraulics, ADC, CPO, ACR, DySP HQ, Tehsildar Mattan, AD FCS&CA, Exen PDD, CEO MCA, President SMTT besides officials from Tourism, MVD, Traffic Police and other concerned departments.
At the outset, President SMTT briefed the chair about the religious and cultural significance of the event which is expected to draw huge participation from different places of the country. He informed that the devotees will participate in the month long Kumbh both at Temple and the nearby river as per their faith and devotion.
Reviewing the preparations and arrangements, the DC noted that the district administration is committed to providing a hassle-free experience for all the pilgrims who are expected to participate in large numbers. This is not only a religious congregation where the devotees from different places of the country will come and perform the rituals but presents an apt opportunity for the district to showcase it’s hospitality so the pilgrims leave with pleasant and lasting memories, he remarked.
Addressing the meeting, the DC said it is essential the devotees are duly facilitated so they have an enriching experience during their stay. He issued directions to officers of PDD and PHE to ensure uninterrupted power and water supply at the venues, stressing the ease and convenience of the devotees.
To extend necessary medical facilities to the pilgrims, the Health Department was directed to set up dedicated medical camps with adequate staff and emergency medicines, while the Fire and Emergency Services Department was asked to deploy adequate number of fire tenders in close vicinity of the venue and to maintain a high state of readiness.
Addressing the logistical needs of the month-long event, Dr. Bhat directed the Police and Traffic departments to implement a robust and streamlined security and traffic management plan to prevent congestion and ensure the safety of commuters. He also tasked the ULB authorities to maintain proper sanitation standards near and around the Temple by installing adequate number of mobile toilets, conducting routine sanitation operations and augmenting pilgrim facilities as per the requirement.
ACR and Tourism Department were instructed to arrange the bedding including blankets for the devotees while FCS&CA Department was assigned the duty of ensuring adequate stocks of essential commodities and LPG in the area.
The chair issued directions to the departments that Nodal Officers for liasing with district administration be designated and respective plans be shared in advance, so the Kumbh is managed properly during the entire one month period.
Concluding the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner exhorted all concerned officers to work in close coordination, ensuring that the Holy Adhikmas Kumbh is conducted with the highest level of administrative efficiency and sanctity.
