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Manoj Tiwari Leads Yamuna Ghat Cleanup Amid Delhi's Chhath Preparations

BJP MP Manoj Tiwari personally joined the Yamuna ghat cleanup ahead of Chhath festivities. He inspected the route and preparations at Wazirabad Chhath ghat in his constituency. The lawmaker called it a collective responsibility to ensure safe ghats for devotees. Both state and central governments are coordinating to make Chhath Puja celebrations hassle-free for all participants.

Key Points: BJP MP Manoj Tiwari Cleans Yamuna Ghats for Chhath Festival

  • BJP MP inspected Wazirabad Chhath ghat route and cleanliness campaigns
  • Called upon volunteers to ensure clean, safe ghats for devotees
  • Shared pictures of Shramdaan on social media platform X
  • Both state and central governments working on hassle-free celebrations
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BJP MP Manoj Tiwari cleans Yamuna ghats in his constituency for Chhath festival

BJP MP Manoj Tiwari participates in Yamuna ghat cleanliness drive ahead of Chhath Puja, inspecting preparations for devotees' safe celebrations in Delhi.

"Today, I inspected Ram Ghat located in Wazirabad in my Lok Sabha constituency and participated in the Shramdaan at the Chhath Ghat - Manoj Tiwari"

New Delhi, Oct 23

With Chhath Mahaparv festivities round the corner, Rekha Gupta-led Delhi government is pulling out all stops to spruce up the ghats along the Yamuna river, for easy and convenient gathering of devotees during the four-day festival.

BJP MP from North-East Delhi, Manoj Tiwari, visited Wazirabad Chhath ghat in his constituency on Thursday and participated in the cleanliness drive.

He also inspected the route to ghats, cleanliness campaigns and the preparations for hassle-free assembly of 'Chhath Vratis' at the riverbanks.

The BJP lawmaker took to X to share the pictures of him offering 'Shramdaan' at the Wazirabad Chhath ghat and called upon the volunteers and workers to participate in the cleanliness drive as it was a collective responsibility to ensure clean, safe and secure ghats for the devotees.

"Today, I inspected Ram Ghat located in Wazirabad in my Lok Sabha constituency and participated in the Shramdaan at the Chhath Ghat. Mayor Raja Iqbal Singh Ji, Timarpur MLA Surya Prakash Khatri Ji, District President U.K. Chaudhary Ji, along with many workers, were present," he wrote in a post.

He further stated that the state government, as well as the Centre, was working to ensure that the 'Chhath vratis' do not face any problems during their visits to ghats.

The Chhath Puja, starting from October 25, will see devotees follow strict rituals, fasting, and also morning-evening gatherings at the Yamuna ghats for offering prayers to the Lord Sun.

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta, in a recent review meet, also instructed the party MPs, MLAs, Councillors and the party's public representatives to take part in cleanliness drives undertaken at the ghats in their localities, where Chhath Puja will be held.

Notably, Chhath Puja is one of the most significant Hindu festivals, primarily observed in Bihar, Jharkhand, and eastern Uttar Pradesh. Dedicated to the worship of Lord Surya (the Sun God) and his sister Chhathi Maiya, the festival emphasises purity, gratitude, and the well-being of one's family.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Why only during festivals? Yamuna needs permanent cleaning solutions. This feels more like photo opportunity than real change. The river pollution is a year-round problem that needs consistent effort.
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Anjali F
As someone who celebrates Chhath every year, I appreciate this initiative. The ghats get so crowded and dirty during the festival. Having proper arrangements makes the puja experience much better. Jai Chhathi Maiya! 🌅
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Sarah B
It's heartening to see political leaders from different parties working together for community welfare. Cleanliness drives before major festivals should become a regular practice across India.
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Vikram M
Hope they maintain the cleanliness after the festival too. Every year we see the same cycle - clean before Chhath, then back to dirty condition. Need sustainable solutions for Yamuna ji.
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Michael C
Interesting to learn about Chhath Puja traditions. The cultural significance of river worship in Indian festivals is truly remarkable. Good to see community involvement in maintaining sacred spaces.

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