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Varanasi Authorities Ramp Up Cleaning and Lighting Ahead of Upcoming Festivals
23 Oct
Summary
- Principal Secretary directs officials to increase number of cleaning pumps from 73 to 150
- Proper changing room facilities to be arranged at all major ghats
- Additional lighting systems to be installed to ensure visitor convenience during night hours
On October 21st, 2025, the Principal Secretary of the Urban Development Department in Varanasi, P. Guru Prasad, held a review meeting to assess the city's preparedness for the upcoming Dala Chhath and Dev Deepawali festivals. During the meeting, Prasad issued several key directives to officials to ensure the ghats are clean, well-lit, and accessible for devotees.
Recognizing the need for efficient cleaning operations, Prasad instructed officials to increase the number of pumps deployed for removing silt from 73 to 150, ensuring the cleaning work can be completed swiftly. He also emphasized the importance of organizing cleaning teams of 10 workers at each ghat to streamline the process.
To prioritize devotee convenience, Prasad directed the authorities to arrange proper changing room facilities at all major ghats. Additionally, he ordered the installation of additional lighting systems to ensure visitors do not face any inconvenience during the night hours.
The meeting was attended by various officials, including the Commissioner of Varanasi Division, the Vice Chairman of the Development Authority, the Municipal Commissioner, and representatives from other departments. They discussed the necessary steps to complete all assigned tasks with quality and within the stipulated time frame, ensuring cleanliness, safety, and accessibility at the ghats during the festive period.
