Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel on Wednesday called for necessary measures in districts in view of a severe cold wave in the state.
He asked the Collectors to ensure arrangements for bonfires at night, especially near railway stations, bus stands and other public areas, an official communication said.
He said help can be taken from volunteers, social organizations and others to donate warm clothes and blankets to the destitute and needy people. The homeless can be shifted to shelter homes during night hours.
On Tuesday, the State Disaster Management Authority asked the public to take all necessary steps to beat the cold wave.