Delhi’s long‑awaited Chhath festival is gearing up for a historic celebration on the banks of the Yamuna. The city’s chief minister, Rekha Gupta, shared a message on X that promised “an unforgettable Chhath for our brothers and sisters.” She highlighted extensive preparations for the ceremony from Palla to Kalindi ghats, assuring devotees that they will soon “worship the Sun on the banks of Yamuna Ji and offer Arghya to the Sun.”
On‑site checks and sweeping upgrades
Earlier this week, Art and Culture Minister Kapil Mishra and BJP Delhi President Virendra Sachdeva toured key Chhath ghats to inspect progress. They walked the stretch from Mayur Vihar to Kondli, and from Trilokpuri to Vasudev Ghat, where Gupta was also present. The review covered:
- Cleanliness of the ghats and riverbanks
- Adequate floodlights for night rituals
- Road safety and traffic control plans
- Tent and seating arrangements
- Water level monitoring and sand dunes for stability
Mishra emphasized that every ghat—over 1,300 sites this year—now has upgraded lighting, drainage, medical teams, and safety measures. He praised the joint effort of municipal bodies, the Jal Board, police, and sanitation staff that have been on the ground “to ensure devotees face no inconvenience.”
Clean‑river action and government pride
The Delhi government’s focus on the Yamuna’s cleanup is evident. “The cleaning and beautification of the riverbanks has received special attention,” Mishra told reporters. He added that local representatives, councilors, and volunteers helped keep the ghats spotless, and that their efforts have been greening the river every step of the way.
Mishra also reflected on the past: “The previous administration banned Chhath ceremonies on the Yamuna and even booked devotees under false charges. But times have changed. This year, grand celebrations are taking place on the riverbanks.” He noted that the Aam Aadmi Party is now protesting the cleanliness of the Yamuna, even though it ruled for 11 years, while his own party, in power for just seven months, has already turned the river into a cleaner, safer space for worship.
A festival of faith and transformation
The city’s Chhath Puja is set to reach a “historic scale” this year. According to Mishra, devotion runs high, and the city’s beautification project is a tangible symbol of that faith. “The transformation along the Yamuna is visible for all to see. This change reflects the devotion and hard work of the people of Delhi,” he concluded.
With the motto that Sun‑worshipers can “offer Arghya to the Sun in a beautiful, safe environment,” Delhi’s Chhath festival this year promises to be both a cultural celebration and a testament to the city’s rapid progress. As pilgrims gather on the ghats, the river will echo with gratitude—and a cleaner, brighter future.
Source: ianslive
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