Delhi, Hyderabad prepare for Chhath Puja celebrations in November
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Delhi has declared November 16, 2026, a public holiday for Chhath Puja, affecting government offices and public sector undertakings. Hyderabad is preparing for Chhath Puja celebrations from November 13-16, with the Telangana government directing civic bodies to facilitate festivities at 28 locations while emphasizing sanitation and hygiene measures.
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Delhi declares Nov 16 holiday for Chhath Puja; schools, offices shut (opens Times of India in a new tab)
The Delhi government has declared November 16, 2026, a public holiday for Chhath Puja, also known as Pratihar Shashthi or Surya Shashthi. The holiday applies to all government offices, autonomous bodies and Public Sector Undertakings under the Delhi…
Hyderabad gears up for Chhath Puja from November 13-16, 2026 (opens The Hindu in a new tab)
Bihar Association urges civic bodies to make arrangements with focus on sanitation and hygiene. Telangana government directs civic bodies and disaster management authorities to facilitate Chhath Puja at 28 locations across Hyderabad
