Delhi's longest Chhath Ghat along 11-km Munak Canal stretch to open on November 12

The Delhi government will inaugurate the national capital's longest Chhath Ghat on November 12, developed along an approximately 11-km stretch of the Munak Canal in north Delhi, officials said on Wednesday.

BJP National President Nitin Nabin will inaugurate the project near Singalpur village in the Shalimar Bagh area, marking the completion of an extensive redevelopment initiative aimed at providing improved facilities for devotees during Chhath Puja.

Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said arrangements were being made to ensure the continuous flow of clean water through the canal, while fountains would be installed at several locations along the stretch.

According to Delhi Jal Board (DJB) officials, water will be released from the Haiderpur Water Treatment Plant into the Munak Canal to ensure that devotees have access to clean water and an uninterrupted flow during the festival.

𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗲𝘀

Gupta said the project's most significant feature was its extensive length and planned development, with permanent steps and cemented roads being constructed along both banks of the canal.

"The most striking features of the ghat are its extensive 11-km stretch and planned development. Permanent steps and cemented roads are being constructed along both banks of the canal to ensure that Chhath devotees and visitors can reach the ghats and perform their prayers without difficulty," she said.

The government is also providing changing rooms, toilets, tents and adequate lighting to ensure convenience and accessibility for visitors.

CCTV cameras are being installed to strengthen security arrangements, while benches, greenery and landscaping form part of the beautification initiative.

The facilities are intended to accommodate devotees gathering along the canal for religious rituals and prayers.

𝟭,𝟰𝟬𝟬 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗼𝗮𝗱𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘄𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗱

The chief minister said the government had undertaken an extensive cleaning operation to restore the canal stretch, which had previously been surrounded by garbage, construction debris and overgrown vegetation.

"Around 1,400 truckloads of debris, waste and other accumulated filth were removed from this long-neglected stretch," Gupta said in a statement.

Officials said encroachments along both banks were cleared before the government began developing the area into an organised and accessible Chhath Ghat.

The redevelopment involved cleaning the canal surroundings, improving access routes and creating permanent infrastructure for religious gatherings.

Gupta personally monitored the progress of the project and visited the site several times to review construction work and issue directions to the officials concerned, according to the government.

The chief minister said the Munak Canal had awaited redevelopment for several years and that the government had transformed its appearance within a year.

The November 12 inauguration is expected to provide a dedicated venue for Chhath celebrations while improving the overall condition and accessibility of the canal surroundings.