Preparations for Chhath Puja 2026 have intensified in Delhi. Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu has made a big announcement for the devotees regarding the festival of Chhath. He has directed the officials of Delhi Development Authority (DDA) to provide the facility of making ghat and pond free of cost for Chhath Puja in the public places and parks under the jurisdiction of DDA, including the floodplain of Yamuna.
The Lieutenant Governor reviewed the preparations in a meeting with the Vice Chairman and senior officials of DDA and directed to provide better facilities to the devotees.
Chhath ghats will be cleaned, lighting will also be arranged
The LG directed the officials to ensure that all the ghats and ponds made available for Chhath Puja are thoroughly cleaned before the festival. Apart from this, it has been asked to ensure adequate lighting at the places of worship, so that the devotees do not face any problem during the morning and evening Arghya.
People of Bihar and Eastern UP will get priority
The Lieutenant Governor has given instructions to allocate ghats and places of worship in a transparent manner. In this, local needs, ghats already in use and demand of devotees will be kept in mind.
In particular, it has been asked to give priority to the needs of the people of Bihar and Eastern Uttar Pradesh living in Delhi, who celebrate Chhath Mahaparva with devotion and enthusiasm every year.
DDA, DJB and MCD will handle the arrangements together
Special officers and employees will be deployed to keep the arrangements smooth during Chhath Puja. DDA has been directed to work in coordination with the concerned departments of Delhi Government, Delhi Jal Board (DJB) and Municipal Corporation (MCD).
The LG also said that after the puja is over, the ghats and public places should be cleaned again and restored to their previous condition.
When is Chhath Puja 2026? Know the full date
Chhath Mahaparva will be celebrated from 13 November to 16 November 2026.
- 13 November: Bathing and eating
- 14 November: Kharna
- Nov 15: evening prayer
- 16 November: Usha Arghya and Parana
In this great festival that lasts for four days, devotees observe a strict 36-hour waterless fast for the long life of their children, good health and happiness and prosperity of the family.
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