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Chhattisgarh Tourism and Culture Minister Rajesh Agrawal (centre) with others during an inspection of Chhath Puja preparations at a ghat in Ambikapur on 13 November 2026. Photo: channel24india.com.
The Tourism and Culture Minister directs officials to complete cleaning, lighting and safety arrangements for devotees.
Key Highlights
- Agrawal reviewed preparations at Shankar Ghat, Mahamaya Ghat and the Shivdhari Colony Chhath Ghat in Godhanpur.
- He asked officials to prioritise cleanliness, adequate lighting and safe access for devotees.
- Departments were directed to coordinate and complete the remaining work before the rituals.
Ambikapur: Chhattisgarh Tourism, Culture, Religious Trusts and Endowments Minister Rajesh Agrawal inspected three Chhath ghats in Ambikapur on 13 November 2026. He reviewed the arrangements for devotees observing the fast and for others expected to attend the rituals, asking officials to complete the remaining work on time.
At Shankar Ghat, Agrawal checked cleanliness, lighting, security and access to the premises. He asked officials to plan for large numbers of devotees and ensure people could enter, move around and leave the ghat safely. At Mahamaya Ghat, he reviewed sanitation and facilities for worshippers. He then visited the Shivdhari Colony Chhath Ghat in Godhanpur to check cleaning and other preparations for the puja.
Agrawal described Chhath as an occasion to worship the Sun, express gratitude to nature and pray for the well-being of families. He said devotees observe a demanding fast and follow strict rituals in honour of Surya and Chhathi Maiya, making safety and access at the ghats a priority. He asked the departments involved to coordinate their work and extended festival greetings to the people of Chhattisgarh.
