The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has stepped up preparations for the upcoming Chhath Puja festival in Delhi. Plans have been formulated to put in place robust arrangements for Chhath Puja around every ward and colony in the capital, under which more than 1,000 locations are being prepared with artificial and local ghats.

official inspection at kalindi kunj ghat

Officials visited the Kalindi Kunj ghat in southeast Delhi to conduct a joint inspection of the preparations. Chimala Shiva Gopal Reddy, Deputy Commissioner of the southeast zone, was also present during the inspection to take stock of the arrangements.

facilities for devotees at ghats

A variety of facilities are being arranged for devotees at these ghats being prepared by the corporation. These include electricity, generators, high-mast and LED lights, temporary tents, sanitation, lime spraying, mobile toilets and first aid booths. Additionally, civil defence volunteers will be deployed for security and assistance.