Chandigarh, Nov. 11 -- Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Wednesday directed the Civil and Police administration to make elaborate, comprehensive and foolproof arrangements at all 104 identified locations across the state for the upcoming sacred festival of Chhath Pooja, asserting that the safety, security and convenience of every devotee would remain the government's foremost priority.
Chairing a high-level meeting with senior officers, the Chief Minister directed all departments to complete preparations well in advance and ensure that devotees celebrate the festival with complete religious fervour, gaiety and peace.
During this, CM stated, "Chhath Pooja is an occasion of deep faith, devotion and cultural significance. Our govt is committed to ensuring that devotees can celebrate this sacred festival with complete religious fervour, gaiety and peace. The safety, security and convenience of every devotee is our foremost priority, and we will ensure that no one faces any inconvenience."
Mann stated, "104 locations have been identified across Punjab where Chhath Pooja will be observed. All necessary arrangements must be completed well in advance, leaving no stone unturned in facilitating devotees, particularly women and elderly people who observe these rituals with immense faith and devotion."
Directing the administration to ensure adequate arrangements at all designated sites, the Chief Minister said, "Fresh water must be pumped into the designated water bodies wherever required.
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