New Delhi, 11 November (H.S.): Delhi Public Works Department and Irrigation and Flood Control Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh on Wednesday visited Hathi Ghat near ITO to review the preparations for the upcoming Chhath Puja celebrations. During the visit, he inspected the arrangements at the ghat and sought updates from officials regarding the progress of the preparations. Officials from the Irrigation and Flood Control Department and the Delhi Jal Board were also present.

With lakhs of devotees expected to participate in Chhath Puja across the national capital, the Delhi Government is making extensive arrangements at various locations. A total of 1,482 ghats across 996 locations have been designated for the celebrations. These include 81 permanent ghats at 53 locations, 1,372 temporary ghats at 914 locations and 29 ghats at 29 locations along the Yamuna river.

To ensure that the preparations are completed on schedule and arrangements are implemented efficiently, 74 agencies have been engaged and 155 works have been allocated. The Irrigation and Flood Control Department and the Delhi Jal Board are undertaking various activities related to the provision of essential facilities, sanitation and infrastructure development at the designated ghats.

Special attention is being given to the cleanliness of the ghats, availability of basic amenities, convenient access and movement for devotees, and other essential arrangements. Particular vigilance is being maintained at locations expected to witness large gatherings. The two departments are coordinating closely to ensure that all necessary preparations are completed before the festival so that devotees do not face any inconvenience.

Speaking during the inspection, Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh said, Chhath Puja is a deeply emotional and faith-driven festival for lakhs of families living in Delhi, particularly our Purvanchali brothers and sisters. It is not merely a festival but also a symbol of our traditions, culture and gratitude towards nature. The occasion of offering arghya to the setting and rising Sun holds special significance for every family. With this in mind, extensive arrangements are being made across Delhi. The Irrigation and Flood Control Department and the Delhi Jal Board have been directed to complete all preparations within the stipulated timeframe and pay special attention to the needs of devotees at every ghat.

The Irrigation and Flood Control Department and the Delhi Jal Board are continuing work at all designated ghats to ensure that the arrangements are completed well in advance. The objective is to enable devotees across the national capital to celebrate the Chhath Mahaparv in a clean, safe and well-organised environment.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar