Delhi govt plans 5-acre 'world-class' Chhath ghat at ITO featuring sculptures, fountains and a plaza

Published 13 Nov 2026, 17:56 IST

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Delhi Chief Minister has instructed officials to prevent any shortcomings in Chhath celebrations, with district magistrates conducting final joint inspections of the ghats alongside Chhath puja committees and relevant agencies. The government is also planning a 5‑acre ‘world‑class’ Chhath ghat along the Yamuna near ITO, featuring sculptures, fountains, a plaza, landscaping and other amenities aimed at creating an aesthetically appealing and environmentally sustainable site for the puja. Earlier reports noted Chhath songs at railway stations and special arrangements for inmates in Bihar jails, reflecting the broader festive atmosphere.

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The Delhi government is set to develop a 5-acre Chhath ghat along the Yamuna near ITO. This project aims to create an aesthetically appealing and environmentally sustainable site for Chhath puja. It will include various artistic features, landscaping, and amenities for public comfort. A consultant…

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Business Standard Business Standard Ltd. 12 Nov 2026, 08:40 IST

MCD inspects Chhath ghats in Delhi, directs officials to ensure facilities

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) on Wednesday inspected Chhath ghats across the city and directed officials to ensure proper sanitation, lighting, security and other facilities for devotees ahead of the four-day festival beginning November 13. According to an official statement, West Delhi…

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The Federal New Generation Media Corporation Pvt. Ltd. 12 Nov 2026, 19:02 IST

Delhi inaugurates 11-km Chhath ghat along Munak Canal; Nitin Nabin takes dig at AAP

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The Economic Times Bennett, Coleman & Co. Current article 13 Nov 2026, 17:56 IST

Delhi govt plans 5-acre 'world-class' Chhath ghat at ITO featuring sculptures, fountains and a plaza

The Delhi government is set to develop a 5-acre Chhath ghat along the Yamuna near ITO. This project aims to create an aesthetically appealing and environmentally sustainable site for Chhath puja. It will include various artistic features, landscaping, and amenities for public comfort. A consultant…

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Deccan Chronicle Deccan Chronicle Holdings 13 Nov 2026, 18:26 IST

Delhi CM Directs Officials To Ensure No Shortcomings in Chhath Arrangements

District magistrates are carrying out final joint inspections of the ghats in coordination with Chhath puja committees and agencies concerned.

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