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Delhi Chhath Puja festival preparations
Overview
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has initiated preparations for the upcoming Chhath Puja festival, focusing on the construction and beautification of ghats. Early efforts included inspecting development along the Munak Canal to transform previously disordered areas into clean spaces for devotees.
As the festival approaches, the scale of preparations has expanded, with more than 1,400 ghats expected to be utilized across the city, up from 1,326 in 2025. The government has established a special committee to oversee essential services including water, medical aid, fire safety, and sanitation. To accommodate worshippers, officials plan to provide covered tents, CCTV surveillance, and dedicated facilities such as changing rooms for women and mobile toilets. The Chief Minister has directed that major preparations be completed ahead of the festival schedule to ensure a hassle-free environment.
Entities
Rekha Gupta · Singhalpur · Delhi Government · Munak Canal · Indian Council for Cultural Relations
Timeline
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[CULTURE] 3 sourcesDelhi prepares for Chhath Puja with over 1,400 ghats
Delhi officials are preparing for Chhath Puja (November 13–16) by setting up over 1,400 ghats with enhanced security, sanitation, and weather protection for devotees.
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[POLITICS] 7 sourcesDelhi CM Rekha Gupta inspects Chhath ghat construction
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta inspected Chhath ghat construction at Munak Canal to ensure clean and safe facilities for devotees ahead of the festival.
Sources
bhaskarhindi.com · latestly.com · millenniumpost.in · newindianexpress.com · news18.com · newsable.asianetnews.com · samacharnama.com · socialnews.xyz · tennews.in · tripurachronicle.in