India, Nov. 5 -- Deputy Commissioner Ajay Nath Jha has issued comprehensive safety guidelines for Chhath Mahaparv and Diwali, directing officials to strengthen security arrangements, preventive measures and emergency preparedness across the district to ensure peaceful celebrations.

For Chhath, the DC has instructed officials to coordinate with puja committees and ensure proper sanitation, crowd management and security at all ghats. Safety markers indicating water depth, deployment of divers, adequate lighting and clearly marked entry, exit and emergency routes have been made mandatory. Ambulances and first-aid facilities must also be available at major ghats, with adequate police deployment and hospital preparedness.

Officials have been...