SaralnamaThe Mayor and Municipal Commissioner of Gorakhpur inspected Chhath ghats. They directed officials to complete preparations. The Municipal Commissioner clarified that no fee is charged for setting up worship platforms. Complaints about illegal fee collection can be made to the control room. Officials were instructed to ensure cleanliness, lighting, and barricading at the ghats. The public was urged not to throw worship items in the river. Gorakhnath and Ram ghats are being prepared. This year's Chhath will be celebrated as a 'zero waste event'. High-mast lights are being checked to avoid darkness. From today, preparations will continue. Next, the festival will begin. (Updated 23 Oct 2025, 18:22 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- The Mayor and Municipal Commissioner of Gorakhpur inspected Chhath ghats on 19 Oct 2023
- They directed officials to complete preparations by 25 Oct
- The Municipal Commissioner clarified that no fee is charged for setting up worship platforms