After the prolonged dry spell in the initial months monsoon has been active in Maharashtra. The prayers of the population seem to have been answered by weather Gods.

Nashik. It has been seen in the past that any enrollment in the Army or Police forces calls for huge crowds. This time is no exception. There is a proposal to enroll 89 people for Police Duties in Nashik and another 103 personnel for rural areas.

Janmashtami is one of the most important festivals of the region. It has great cultural significance to the common man. People look forward to this festival keenly. The traditional “Dahi Handi” provides a great opportunity to unwind and enjoy the festivities.

The monsoon season is usually very active in Nashik region. The rains commence during the month of June every year and the monsoon remains active till mid September. This year the monsoon has been unusually delayed and has now become active in the month of August.

The month of Sravan as per Hindu calendar is the most sacred month of the year. Many important festivals fall in this month. There is a special significance of the Mondays and Fridays falling during this month.

Nashik. We had reported regarding the near famine like situation in the Nashik district in the month of July. Prayers were offered all over the district to the Gods for rainfall. Rationing of water had also been introduced by the NMC.