Siliguri, 14th November: Siliguri MLA and West Bengal Tourism Minister Shankar Ghosh inspected the preparations and security arrangements for Chhath Puja in the city on Saturday.
On Saturday morning, he visited Lal Mohan Moulik Niranjan Ghat along with officials of the Siliguri Municipal Corporation. During the visit, he reviewed the arrangements made for the smooth conduct of Chhath Puja and identified areas where further preparations were required.
Every year, a large number of devotees gather at different river ghats in Siliguri to observe Chhath Puja.
After the inspection, the Tourism Minister said that all necessary preparations and arrangements were being reviewed to ensure that Chhath Puja is conducted smoothly. He added that special attention was being given to ensuring that devotees do not face any inconvenience.
This year, a comprehensive database of all Chhath Puja celebrations in Siliguri will also be prepared by compiling information about the locations where the festival is organised across the city.
The minister also cautioned organisers against using DJs and sound crackers during the festival. He made it clear that the use of DJs or sound crackers in the name of Chhath Puja would not be tolerated.
