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Friday, 13 November 2026 IST

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Bihar govt bans firecrackers, private boat operations near ghats ahead of Chhath Puja

The Bihar government on Monday stepped up safety preparations for Chhath Puja, directing district administrations to impose a ban on firecrackers near ghats and prohibit private boat operations…

Bihar govt bans firecrackers, private boat operations near ghats ahead of Chhath Puja
Bihar govt bans firecrackers, private boat operations near ghats ahead of Chhath Puja — image via Times of India India — Credit: Storywire

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The Bihar government on Monday stepped up safety preparations for Chhath Puja, directing district administrations to impose a ban on firecrackers near ghats and prohibit private boat operations during the four-day festival from November 13 to 16.

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