Bhagwant Mann Govt Committed To Respecting Religious Sentiments Of Every Community; Ensures Safe, Smooth & Grand Chhath Puja Celebrations Across State: Aman Arora

Ludhiana, November 12, 2026: Following the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, Cabinet Ministers Aman Arora and Hardeep Singh Mundian today visited Ludhiana to review preparations for the upcoming Chhath Puja festival, scheduled to be celebrated on November 15. The ministers inspected arrangements at the Sidhwan Canal bridge on Pakhowal Road and the Sutlej River at Ladhowal, and interacted with the media to apprise them of the arrangements being made by the state government.
The ministers were accompanied by MLAs Kulwant Singh Sidhu and Jeevan Singh Sangowal, Aam Aadmi Party district president Jatinder Singh Khangura, Deputy Commissioner Himanshu Aggarwal and other senior district administration officials
Directing the administrative officials to ensure proper puja ghats, security arrangements and deployment of diver teams for devotees, Cabinet Minister Aman Arora said, “The beauty of Punjab lies in its religious harmony and the Bhagwant Mann Government accords equal respect to every religion and every festival. Punjab is the sacred land of Gurus and Pirs, whose teachings inspire everyone to remain steadfast in their own faith while respecting all religions, thereby strengthening the spirit of universal brotherhood. Chhath Puja would be celebrated across the country with great devotion on November 15.”
The Minister stated, “Punjab has always upheld the values of religious harmony, mutual respect and brotherhood. Keeping the sentiments and religious traditions of migrant families in mind, the Punjab Government under the leadership of CM Bhagwant Singh Mann is committed to ensuring that they get a homely atmosphere and all necessary facilities to celebrate Chhath Puja with devotion and happiness.”
Minister Aman Arora further said that CM Bhagwant Singh Mann had convened a special meeting yesterday to review preparations and ensure fool-proof arrangements at all places across Punjab where Chhath Puja celebrations are being organised. The Chief Minister has directed the administration to make every possible arrangement so that devotees face no inconvenience, he added.
Cabinet Minister Hardeep Singh Mundian said that the Ludhiana administration has been directed to ensure comprehensive arrangements for the smooth and safe celebration of the festival. “The administration will ensure adequate security arrangements, smooth traffic management and deployment of health department teams. SDRF teams, along with trained divers, will also remain available to deal with any emergency. Our priority is to ensure that every devotee can participate in the celebrations without any inconvenience,” he said.
Minister Hardeep Singh Mundian further informed that a dedicated helpline number, 0161-2403100, has been launched to assist devotees and organisers. “Anyone facing difficulties before, during or after the festival can contact the administration through this helpline. The administration will also facilitate the provision of essential resources, including JCB machines, water tankers, tarpaulins and other necessary supplies, wherever required,” he said.
Both ministers extended advance greetings to all families celebrating Chhath Puja and reiterated that the Punjab Government is committed to ensuring that everyone celebrates the festival in a safe, peaceful and joyous atmosphere.
Later, the ministers visited the Sutlej River at Ladhowal and personally inspected the arrangements being made by the district administration.