Dhanbad: The Dhanbad Municipal Corporation has intensified cleaning and maintenance work at ponds and water bodies across the city, ahead of Chhath. It is also repairing and developing ghats to provide adequate space for devotees to perform rituals.The drive is under way at prominent water bodies, including Rajendra Sarovar, Raja Talab and Ranibagh Talab.The district administration and municipal authorities have identified vulnerable locations at water bodies, where deep pits and uneven surfaces could pose risks for devotees. Barricades and warning boards are being put up at such spots to prevent accidents.Municipal commissioner Ashish Gangwar said, “All major ponds and ghats would be ready within the next two days. Over 1,000 sanitation workers and 12 machines have been deployed for the cleaning operation. Lighting arrangements are also being made at ghats for visibility during early morning and evening rituals.”Ward 25 councillor Priya Ranjan said cleaning of both ponds in his ward has been completed.
