State administration speeds up Chhath preparations as BJP leader arrives in Patna

Patna – The arrival of BJP national president Nitin Navin on November 10 adds political weight to the ongoing preparations for the Chhath Mahaparva, a key religious event that draws millions to the banks of the Ganges. At 3 p.m., Navin will commence a round‑trip inspection of the city’s principal ghats, starting from Deegaa Nasa‑Riganj and moving toward Gay Ghat. The purpose of the tour is to evaluate temporary infrastructure, crowd‑control plans, and the overall ambience created for worshippers who fast and offer prayers to the setting sun.

After concluding the ghats inspection, Navin will head to the residence of the late senior BJP leader RK Sinha at 5:30 p.m. The visit will include a tribute ceremony and a personal meeting with Sinha’s family, reflecting the party’s protocol of honoring its departed stalwarts.

The itinerary for November 11 and 12 is dominated by party‑specific functions. Navin will convene with the state’s BJP hierarchy, including district presidents and block‑level functionaries, to assess the effectiveness of recent organisational drives and to chart a roadmap for upcoming electoral battles.

Parallel to the political activities, Bihar’s district administration has intensified work on Chhath‑related infrastructure. The district collector, Kundan Kumar, has ordered the rapid cleaning and repair of all ghats, the installation of reinforced barricades, and the deployment of additional security personnel. Special attention is being given to underwater barriers, ensuring they meet safety depth guidelines. These coordinated efforts by the government and the BJP aim to present a seamless, secure experience for the estimated crowd of devotees expected during the four‑day festival.