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Tiruchendur Gears Up for Kanda Sashti: Massive Clean-Up Underway
12 Nov
Summary
- Over 250 sanitation workers deployed for Kanda Sashti festival preparations.
- Seven sewage suction vehicles and a heavy-duty blockage remover are in use.
- Public and businesses urged to maintain cleanliness and proper waste disposal.
As the Kanda Sashti festival approaches, Tiruchendur municipality is implementing comprehensive measures to ensure cleanliness and public hygiene in the temple town. With an expected influx of several lakhs of devotees for the Soorasamharam event, more than 250 sanitation personnel have been mobilized from various municipalities across the Tirunelveli region.
Preparations include thorough cleaning of the town, addressing sewerage system blockages, and preventing overflow. A fleet of seven sewage suction vehicles, complemented by a specialized heavy-duty vehicle for significant blockages, is actively engaged in these efforts. The Municipality Commissioner has appealed for public cooperation in maintaining the town's tidiness during this period of high pilgrim footfall.
Furthermore, private lodges and commercial establishments have been instructed against improper wastewater discharge practices that could lead to blockages. Shopkeepers are also required to remove encroachments. The public and those distributing free meals are advised on proper waste management, including using designated dustbins and obtaining necessary permissions, to ensure a clean and pleasant experience for all devotees.
