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Delhi Prepares 1,000 Chhath Ghats Amid Political Clash

CosmicTaco · 2024-11-06T08:17:40.491427+05:30

- Chief Minister Atishi announced the preparation of over 1,000 Chhath ghats across Delhi, ensuring accessibility within a 1-2km radius for devotees. - The Bharatiya Janata Party criticized the Aam Aadmi Party-led government for high pollution levels in the Yamuna and inadequate festival preparations. - Atishi highlighted the collaboration of various government agencies in setting up the ghats, with medical facilities and water supply arranged. - The festival has become a point of contention between AAP and BJP, with both parties blaming each other for the poor conditions at the ghats. - Despite the political disputes, the Delhi government declared a public holiday on November 7 to facilitate Chhath celebrations. Source: [Hindustan Times](https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/delhi-news/cm1000-chhath-ghats-to-ensure-that-devotees-have-access-near-their-homes-101730831157834.html), [The Times Of India](https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/delhi/delhi-prepares-over-1000-ghats-for-chhath-festival-ensuring-comfort-for-poorvanchali-residents/articleshow/114990820.cms)

Chief Minister Atishi announced the preparation of over 1,000 Chhath ghats across Delhi, ensuring accessibility within a 1-2km radius for devotees.
The Bharatiya Janata Party criticized the Aam Aadmi Party-led government for high pollution levels in the Yamuna and inadequate festival preparations.
Atishi highlighted the collaboration of various government agencies in setting up the ghats, with medical facilities and water supply arranged.
The festival has become a point of contention between AAP and BJP, with both parties blaming each other for the poor conditions at the ghats.
Despite the political disputes, the Delhi government declared a public holiday on November 7 to facilitate Chhath celebrations.

Source: Hindustan Times, The Times Of India