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Religion
Crowds Gather at Delhi’s Yamuna and Southern Ghats for Chhath Puja, Traffic Jams Expected
✍️ Amar Ujala · Delhi
🗓 14 Nov 2026, 09:47 PM
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Delhi authorities anticipate large gatherings at Yamuna and southern ghats for Chhath Puja, warning of possible traffic congestion.
Delhi is preparing for a surge of devotees at the Yamuna River ghats and the southern embankments as Chhath Puja approaches. The ancient Hindu festival, which honors the Sun God, traditionally involves offering prayers at riverbanks during sunrise and sunset.
City officials have flagged the likelihood of heavy footfall at these sites and have warned commuters of probable traffic snarls on surrounding roads. Police and municipal teams are deploying additional personnel to manage crowds and to keep the ghats accessible.
Motorists are advised to plan alternate routes, use public transport where possible, and avoid peak hours near the ghats. The Delhi Metro and DTC buses are expected to see increased ridership as devotees seek convenient access to the riverfront.
The celebrations are expected to be vibrant, with families gathering to perform rituals, sing devotional songs, and prepare traditional offerings, underscoring the cultural importance of Chhath in the capital.
City officials have flagged the likelihood of heavy footfall at these sites and have warned commuters of probable traffic snarls on surrounding roads. Police and municipal teams are deploying additional personnel to manage crowds and to keep the ghats accessible.
Motorists are advised to plan alternate routes, use public transport where possible, and avoid peak hours near the ghats. The Delhi Metro and DTC buses are expected to see increased ridership as devotees seek convenient access to the riverfront.
The celebrations are expected to be vibrant, with families gathering to perform rituals, sing devotional songs, and prepare traditional offerings, underscoring the cultural importance of Chhath in the capital.