New Delhi, Nov 11: The Delhi government will inaugurate the city’s longest Chhath Ghat in the national capital on November 12, nearly 11 km along a stretch of the Munak Canal, officials said on Wednesday.
The project will be inaugurated by BJP National President Nitin Nabin, near Singalpur village in Shalimar Bagh area in North Delhi.
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said arrangements will be made for the flow of clean water through the canal, and fountains will be installed at various locations.
According to Delhi Jal Board (DJB) officials, water will be flushed from the Haiderpur Water Treatment Plant (WTP) into the Munak Canal, so that devotees have access to clean water and an uninterrupted flow during Chhath Puja.
“The most striking features of the ghat are its extensive 11-km stretch and planned development. Permanent steps and cemented roads are being constructed along both banks of the canal to ensure that Chhath devotees and visitors can reach the ghats and perform their prayers without difficulty,” Gupta said.
Changing rooms, toilets, tent arrangements and adequate lighting are also being provided for the convenience of devotees. CCTV cameras are being installed to ensure security. The project also includes benches for visitors, greenery and beautification of the surrounding area.
“The government undertook an extensive cleaning drive to restore the canal, which was once surrounded by garbage, debris and overgrown vegetation. Around 1,400 truckloads of debris, waste and other accumulated filth were removed from this long-neglected stretch,” Gupta added in a statement.
After clearing encroachments along both banks, the government decided to develop the area into a beautiful and well-organised Chhath Ghat.
Gupta personally and regularly monitored the project, visiting the site several times to issue necessary directions to officials, officials said.
The chief minister noted the Munak Canal had been waiting for a transformation for years, and the Delhi government had changed its entire appearance in just one year. (PTI)
