Chhath Festival: Urban Areas Ready, Rural Neglect Evident

Former Zilla Parishad Vice-chairman Tackles Chhath Preparations Amidst Official Apathy

While urban areas are all set for Chhath, rural regions face neglect from Panchayat and block officials, prompting intervention by ex-Zilla Parishad VP.

JAMSHEDPUR – As the Chhath festival nears, a stark contrast in preparedness levels between urban and rural areas is becoming increasingly evident.

Urban localities have completed their preparations, but in rural areas, a noticeable lack of initiative from Panchayat representatives and block officials has been observed.

Addressing this gap, the former Zilla Parishad Vice chairman, social worker Rajkumar Singh, has taken the responsibility to ensure the rural communities are not left behind.

In Parsudih Namo Tola, home to the Imli Talab, a significant gathering spot for thousands of rural devotees during Chhath, the absence of official preparations has caused discontent among the local population.

Singh has stepped up, cleaning 30 reservoirs in the rural areas and personally overseeing the creation of three to four artificial Chhath Ghats for the devotees.

His efforts extend beyond just the construction of the Ghats; he is also overseeing the cleanliness and decoration across the entire area.

By visiting various Panchayats and assessing the situation firsthand, Singh is ensuring that the devotees face no difficulties during the festival.

His proactive approach contrasts sharply with the indifference shown by Panchayat representatives and block officials, highlighting a significant gap in administrative responsiveness towards rural festival preparations.

These efforts by the former Zilla Parishad Vice Chairman are crucial in bridging the disparity in festival readiness between urban and rural areas.