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Yogi Adityanath's Mela Directive: Why Obscene Songs Are Banned at Garh Ganga

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has issued strict guidelines for the upcoming Garh Ganga Mela in Hapur. He specifically banned obscene songs during cultural programs, emphasizing the promotion of folk artists instead. The CM directed officials to ensure comprehensive safety measures including NDRF deployment and women's facilities. He also stressed the importance of cleanliness and proper public redressal systems for devotees.

Key Points: Yogi Adityanath Bans Obscene Songs at Garh Ganga Mela Hapur

  • Cultural programs must feature folk artists instead of obscene songs
  • NDRF and SDRF teams deployed for emergency patrolling during bathing
  • Women's changing rooms and mobile toilet facilities to be ensured
  • CCTV cameras and fire safety precautions implemented across mela grounds
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No obscene songs should be played during cultural programs: UP CM Yogi Adityanath ahead of Garh Ganga Mela in Hapur

UP CM Yogi Adityanath orders ban on obscene songs at Garh Ganga Mela, emphasizes folk culture, safety measures, and women's facilities for devotees.

"No obscene songs should be played during cultural programs. Instead, we should bring in good teams from the cultural department - Yogi Adityanath"

Hapur, October 26

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath held a meeting with district administration officials and public representatives regarding the arrangements for the Garh Ganga Mela 2025 on Sunday. He said that no obscene songs should be played during cultural programmes.

CM Yogi said, "No obscene songs should be played during cultural programs. Instead, we should bring in good teams from the cultural department and include folk artists, folk singers, and folk art in the performances. NDRF, SDRF should be deployed for any emergency situation. Officials should behave properly with the devotees. The public redressal system should be strengthened. CCTV cameras should be in place. Parking and mobile toilet facilities must be ensured. In future, we should try to install zero liquid discharge toilets."

He further said that the ghats should be prepared in such a way that there is no chaos while taking a bath.

"Changing rooms for women should be available. Cleanliness should be given special importance. Single-use plastic has been banned. Safety from electrocution should be ensured. Fire safety precautions have been taken. Temporary hospitals should be built. Anti-snake venom and rabies vaccine should be available. SDRF, NDRF teams should keep patrolling during the bath," he further said.

The Garh Ganga Mela in Hapur occurs around Kartik Purnima in November.

Earlier, CM Yogi Adityanath on Saturday extended warm greetings to the people of the nation on the occasion of Chhath Puja, wishing for the blessings of Chhathi Maiya to bring prosperity, happiness, and well-being to all devotees.

In a post on X, the Chief Minister said, "May the grace of Chhathi Maiya remain upon all of you. Special good wishes from our side to the mothers and sisters who observe the rigorous fast for their families... Hail Chhathi Maiya!"

In a recorded video shared on X, he lauded the spirit of the women who observe the traditional Nirjala Vrat (waterless fast) during the festival, dedicated to worshipping the Sun God and Chhathi Maiya for health, prosperity, and family welfare.

The Chhath Puja, celebrated mainly in Bihar, Jharkhand, eastern Uttar Pradesh, and Nepal's Terai region, spans four days and involves offering prayers to the setting and rising sun. Devotees throng riverbanks and water bodies to make offerings and seek blessings for their loved ones.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Good decision by CM Yogi. Our religious festivals should maintain their sanctity. The focus on women's safety and cleanliness is also very welcome 🙏
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Arjun K
While I appreciate the cultural preservation, I hope this doesn't become too restrictive. Young people enjoy some modern entertainment too. Balance is important.
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Meera T
Excellent planning! The attention to detail - from anti-snake venom to women's changing rooms - shows real concern for devotees' safety and comfort. More melas should follow this model 👍
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Sarah B
As someone who attended last year's mela, the improvements in infrastructure and safety measures are much needed. The zero liquid discharge toilets initiative is particularly forward-thinking!
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Vikram M
Great to see our traditional folk arts getting recognition. These artists have been neglected for too long. Hope this becomes a trend across all state festivals 🎭
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Kavya N
The comprehensive safety measures - from NDRF deployment to fire safety - show proper governance. This is how religious events should be managed. Kudos to the administration! 👏

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