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Delhi declares public holiday for Chhath Puja on 16 November
The Story in Brief
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has announced a public holiday on 16 November for Chhath Puja, when devotees offer arghya to the setting sun. The decision was taken at a high-level meeting chaired by Gupta on Tuesday (27 October) with officials from concerned departments.
Gupta directed officials to prepare over 1,400 ghats and complete basic arrangements by 6 November. She also instructed them to ensure safety, cleanliness and other essential facilities for devotees on time. Chhath Puja will be observed from 13 to 16 November this year.
Indian Opinion Analysis
The holiday announcement is aimed at accommodating the large number of devotees in the capital who observe Chhath, a festival with deep roots in Bihar and eastern Uttar Pradesh. The 1,400-plus ghat target signals an attempt to prevent overcrowding at existing riverbanks and water bodies. The 6 November deadline for completing arrangements leaves just over a week for civic agencies to act, and the quality of facilities will be tested when devotees gather on 16 November.
Source: amarujala.com
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