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Religion
Bihar’s Simaria Kalpvas Fair to Begin Oct 18, Preparations Underway on 22‑Acre Site
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 12 Oct 2026, 02:36 PM
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The state‑run Kartik Kalpvas fair at Simaria Dham in Begusarai will run from October 18 to November 24, with organizers developing eight sectors and over a hundred blocks on a 22‑acre ground.
Begusarai district’s Simaria Dham will host the government‑organized Kartik Kalpvas fair from 18 October to 24 November. Authorities have earmarked a 22‑acre parcel for the event, laying out eight distinct sectors to manage the expected crowd.
More than a hundred blocks are being constructed within the site to accommodate stalls, food counters, and temporary shelters for pilgrims. The infrastructure work includes basic amenities such as water supply, sanitation facilities, and power connections to ensure a smooth experience for visitors.
The fair, a traditional religious gathering, draws devotees from across the state who come to partake in rituals associated with the Kartik month. Officials have emphasized that the preparations aim to provide a safe and organized environment while preserving the cultural significance of the celebration.
More than a hundred blocks are being constructed within the site to accommodate stalls, food counters, and temporary shelters for pilgrims. The infrastructure work includes basic amenities such as water supply, sanitation facilities, and power connections to ensure a smooth experience for visitors.
The fair, a traditional religious gathering, draws devotees from across the state who come to partake in rituals associated with the Kartik month. Officials have emphasized that the preparations aim to provide a safe and organized environment while preserving the cultural significance of the celebration.