Jharkhand Administration Prepares for Chhath Puja with Inspections and Cleanliness Drive
The Garhwa district administration intensifies preparations for Chhath Puja, ensuring cleanliness and safety at local ghats.
Garhwa, November 1 (Daily Kiran) : The district administration in Garhwa, Jharkhand, is on high alert as the major festival of Chhath Puja approaches. To ensure that devotees face no difficulties, preparations have been ramped up. Deputy Commissioner Pashupati Nath Mishra conducted inspections of various Chhath ghats in the city, emphasizing cleanliness, safety, and traffic management.
On Saturday, Mishra visited several ghats along the Danro River, including the Student Club, Friends Club, Jai Devi Sangh, T Group, Surya Club, Deepuvan, Sahijna, and Kalyanpur. He directed the executive officer of the municipal council to expedite cleaning efforts at all ghats and the access routes. Additionally, he stressed the need for proper barricading, adequate lighting, decorations, and parking arrangements.
Mishra also issued specific instructions regarding security at the ghats. He called for the deployment of divers to prevent drowning incidents in rivers and ponds. The police and administrative officials were tasked with maintaining traffic order on the roads leading to the ghats and ensuring the convenience of the devotees.
The Deputy Commissioner remarked that Chhath is a festival of great devotion and faith. He expressed the expectation that the district administration would create an environment that allows devotees to celebrate without inconvenience. He emphasized the importance of cleanliness around the ghats, instructing officials to ensure no litter is present. The goal is to provide a spiritually uplifting atmosphere for worshippers.
The municipal council has also initiated a cleanliness campaign at the ghats. The council president stated that they are providing machinery and manpower to all clubs involved in the cleanup efforts.
