NewKerala.com

Delhi's Grand Chhath Puja: CM Rekha Gupta Expedites Pending Festival Works

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has confirmed that all preparations are underway for the grand Chhath Puja celebrations starting October 25. The government is expediting pending works and launching special cleanliness campaigns at all ghats across the capital. Coordination with neighboring states Haryana and Uttar Pradesh has been established to address previous challenges. More than 1,000 locations have applied for Chhath celebrations, with the government ensuring arrangements at all approved sites.

Key Points: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Ensures Grand Chhath Puja Preparations

  • Delhi government accelerating pending Chhath Puja work ahead of October 25 start
  • Special cleanliness campaign involving MPs and MLAs at all ghats
  • Coordination with Haryana and UP CMs to resolve previous festival issues
  • Over 1,000 applications received for Chhath celebrations across Delhi
3 min read

Chhath Puja 2025: Pending works are being expedited, says CM Rekha Gupta

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta announces expedited Chhath Puja preparations, special cleanliness drives, and coordination with neighboring states for the October 25 festival.

"The Delhi Government is continuously making all preparations. Taking this further to a high level, as Chhath approaches, pending works are being expedited. - CM Rekha Gupta"

New Delhi, October 22

The Delhi Government is making all the arrangements for the "grand" Chhath Puja starting on October 25, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has said on Wednesday.

"The Delhi Government is continuously making all preparations. Taking this further to a high level, as Chhath approaches, pending works are being expedited. Preparations for a grand Chhath in Delhi are being made," Rekha Gupta told reporters.

"Everyone wants Chhath to be celebrated beautifully. I also spoke with the Haryana CM and UP CMO today. We will obtain cooperation from Haryana and UP, and a solution to the problem will be found from the nearby states that we faced in Delhi. As far as a holiday on the occasion is concerned, it is the Delhi Govt's prerogative and we will make a decision," she added.

Earlier in the day, the Chief Minister assured the public that preparations for the upcoming Chhath Puja festival are in full swing, with special focus on cleanliness, infrastructure, and ensuring a smooth celebration for all devotees across the national capital.

Addressing a press conference, CM Gupta said the government is committed to creating a safe and hygienic environment for worshippers. "The government is making every effort to ensure that our devotees stand in clean water and offer prayers. The government is working to ensure that all the events of this festival are conducted without any hindrance," she stated.

The Chief Minister announced the launch of a special cleanliness campaign starting on Wednesday. "A special cleanliness campaign will begin in which all our public representatives, MPs, MLAs, and Councillors, will visit all the ghats in their areas where Chhath Puja is to be held and conduct special cleanliness campaigns," she added.

She further elaborated on the government's efforts, saying, "Model Chhath ghats are being constructed. Last time, programs were held at only 929 locations, but this time, more than 1,000 applications have already been received. All applications that come in will be provided with arrangements by the government. One Chhath ghat will be built in each district. Programs will be conducted in accordance with the entire religious atmosphere."

Chhath Puja, which begins on October 25 and spans four days, is a significant cultural and religious festival. It involves strict rituals, fasting, and communal gatherings at water bodies for the offering of prayers.

The festival attracts a large number of women devotees and is often marked by a break from daily household chores. It holds particular importance in Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, and parts of Nepal, and is widely celebrated by migrants from these regions residing in Delhi and elsewhere.

- ANI

Share this article:

Reader Comments

R
Rohit P
As someone from Bihar living in Delhi for 15 years, I appreciate the government recognizing the importance of Chhath Puja. The model ghats initiative is much needed! Jai Chhathi Maiya! 🌅
S
Sarah B
I've been attending Chhath Puja with my neighbors for the past 3 years. The cultural significance and community spirit is amazing. Hope the cleanliness drive actually makes a difference this time.
A
Arjun K
Why do they always wait until the last minute? Pending works being expedited means they weren't prepared in the first place. This is typical political talk before elections. Actions speak louder than words.
M
Meera T
My mother has been fasting for Chhath for 30 years. The safety of elderly women at the ghats is crucial. Hope they provide proper lighting and security arrangements. 🙏
D
David E
Living in Delhi for 2 years now, I'm impressed by how diverse Indian festivals are. The government's effort to accommodate different regional celebrations shows true secular spirit.
K
Kavya N
Good initiative but implementation matters. Last year many ghats didn't have proper changing rooms or drinking water facilities. Hope they've learned from past mistakes. The special cleanliness campaign with local representatives sounds promising though!

We welcome thoughtful discussions from our readers. Please keep comments respectful and on-topic.

Leave a Comment

Minimum 50 characters 0/50