Farmers in Ujjain have agreed to participate in the development of a tent city for Simhastha 2028, allowing the administration to begin planning additional accommodation and related facilities for devotees expected to visit the city.
The agreement followed a meeting at the Simhastha Mela office auditorium, where officials discussed the proposed tent city’s development and operations with local farmers. The meeting focused on how farmers’ land could be used, what facilities would be required and how the temporary settlement would be managed during the event.
Officials briefed the farmers on the tent city concept and outlined the possible arrangements and opportunities associated with it. The farmers were invited to share their suggestions, expectations and requirements before the administration prepares a detailed action plan.
According to the report, the farmers expressed interest in the initiative and gave their consent to participate. They also provided suggestions concerning the use of their land, the facilities they would need and the arrangements for operating the tent city.
The administration said the next action plan would be prepared in coordination with the departments concerned. It would take into account the farmers’ suggestions and requirements, with officials emphasising that their interests and convenience would remain part of the planning process.
The proposed tent city is intended to provide additional accommodation for devotees arriving in Ujjain from different parts of India and abroad. Its planning also introduces a land-use and service-delivery challenge: the administration will have to coordinate temporary facilities, operations and local participation across multiple departments while working with landowners.
Officials said the participation of local farmers could create economic opportunities for them. The initiative is also expected to generate employment and openings for locally provided services connected with the operation of the temporary settlement. The source report does not specify the total land area, number of tents, investment, compensation arrangements or implementation timeline.
The administration is encouraging local participation in several areas as part of preparations for Simhastha 2028. The development and operation of the tent city will be worked out in the next phase after coordination among the departments is strengthened and the farmers’ requirements are incorporated into the plan.
