UP CM Yogi Adityanath declares public holidays on Chhath, Kartik Purnima

According to the government spokesman, the chief minister has directed the authorities to ensure that people do not face any problem in getting permission for organising fairs.

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has announced public holidays on ‘Chhath’ (November 10) and ‘Kartik Purnima’ (November 19) in view of the ‘popular sentiments’.

The chief minister said a large number of devotees participate in fairs of Kartik month, including Chhath Mahaparv.

"In such a situation, systematic arrangements should be made for cleanliness, security, lighting, parking and drinking water on the ghats," he said.