Archive · 26 Jun 2025
Meerut DM Oversees Kanwar Yatra Preparations, Orders Road Repairs
The Meerut District Magistrate is making sure everything is ready for the Kanwar Yatra, a pilgrimage where people carry water from the River Ganga.
They are fixing the roads to remove potholes, ensuring there's enough power and lighting, and setting up medical services.
Officials have been told to finish all the work before the yatra starts, and a practice run will happen on July 5 to check if everything is ready.
Meerut DM directed departments to ensure pothole-free Kanwar routes.
Officials from various departments were instructed to complete road repairs and service arrangements before the yatra.
The DM warned that no negligence will be tolerated, and deadlines must be met.
Uninterrupted power supply, street lighting, and healthcare services are priorities.
A central mock drill will be held on July 5 to assess preparedness.
- Who
- Meerut District Magistrate VK Singh and officials from various departments.
- What
- Meerut authorities are preparing for the Kanwar Yatra by ensuring road repairs, power supply, and other services.
- When
- Preparations are ongoing, with the yatra's start in Shravan month (beginning July 23) and a mock drill on July 5.
- Where
- Meerut, Uttar Pradesh.
- Why
- To ensure a safe and well-organized Kanwar Yatra for Lord Shiva's devotees.
- Event
- Kanwar Yatra Preparation
- Location
- Meerut
- Key Focus
- Pothole-free routes, essential services
- Involved Parties
- Meerut District Magistrate, PWD, NHAI, Health, etc.
- Deadline
- Before Kanwar Yatra begins
- Mock Drill Date
- July 5
Sources
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