In view of heavy rains, the immersion of Ganesha idols and tableau procession will happen on Monday night in the Chhattisgarh capital, it was announced on Sunday.
The Meteorological Department has predicted that the sky will be cloudy and some parts are likely to receive rain with thunderstorms in the next 24 hours in Raipur, an official statement said.
The administration and Ganeshotsava committees on Sunday decided to do on Monday what was to be done tonight, Raipur Collector Dr Sarveshwar Bhure said.
The immersion and tableau procession will be taken out on Monday night from Sharda Chowk and pass through Jai Stambh Chowk, Malviya Road, Sadar Bazar, Kankalipara, Lakhe Nagar Chowk, Sunder Nagar and Raipura. It will culminate in Mahadeo Ghat.
The police will monitor the event through CCTV and drones, Raipur Senior Superintendent of Police Prashant Agrawal said.
People can contact Traffic Police Helpline Number 94791 91234, Raipur Police Control Room on 94791 91099 or Dial 112 to avail any assistance or give information.