Deoghar, July 25 -- Jharkhand minister Sudivya Kumar on Saturday said there would be no VIP or VVIP out-of-turn darshan during the State-run Shravani Mela 2026 to ensure smooth and convenient pilgrimage for devotees.

Chairing a review meeting on preparations for the annual pilgrimage at the Deoghar Circuit House, the minister directed officials to complete all arrangements before the commencement of the month-long fair from Jul 30 to Aug 28.

He said all departments should ensure that infrastructure and public facilities are fully operational by Jul 28 so that devotees can perform jalarpan safely and without inconvenience.

The minister said accommodation facilities at all tent cities would be expanded and improved. He also directed offici...