An 11-km-long Chhath ghat is being developed along the Munak Canal, stretching from the Outer Ring Road to Inderlok, as Delhi prepares for the four-day festival with more than 1,400 designated locations for devotees this year. The facility, which will have steps on both sides and a concrete access road, is expected to serve residents of several adjoining Assembly constituencies.
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta reviewed the preparations on Monday at Janseva Sadan and directed departments to complete arrangements well before the festival. The new ghat will be inaugurated by BJP national president Nitin Nabin on November 12 at an event near Singalpur village.
Chhath Puja will be observed from November 13 to 16. The number of ghats being prepared across the capital has increased from 1,326 last year to more than 1,400 this year, according to the government.
At the review meeting with Chhath committees and officials, the Chief Minister said the focus should be on ensuring that devotees and their families can perform rituals without facing difficulties. She asked district administrations and concerned departments to inspect the sites regularly and address shortcomings immediately. The Chief Minister directed officials to complete major arrangements at least two days before the festival.
Basic infrastructure should be ready in advance, leaving only activities such as filling the ghats with water, putting up tents, and final cleaning for the last stage. With the festival falling in November, officials have also been asked to arrange adequately covered tents at large and medium-sized ghats wherever necessary to protect devotees from cold weather.
Women’s convenience and safety have been identified as key priorities. The Chief Minister directed officials to provide sufficient changing rooms and toilets at all major ghats and ensure that these facilities remain clean and usable. CCTV cameras will also be installed at major locations to strengthen surveillance.
The government has asked cleaning teams to remain on duty round the clock, particularly on November 15 and 16, when large gatherings are expected. The arrangements will cover both the ghats and their surrounding areas. Access to the riverfront and other designated sites will also be reviewed.
The Chief Minister directed departments to inspect approach roads and ensure adequate lighting along routes leading to and from the ghats. She said no stretches should remain in darkness or have poorly lit spots.