As Chhath Puja approaches in 2025, the Yamuna river in Delhi is once again in the spotlight. The river, which is often covered with toxic foam due to pollution, poses a challenge for devotees who gather on its banks to perform traditional rituals. Every year, thousands of people come to offer prayers to the Sun God, and ensuring their safety has become a priority for the Delhi government.
To address the issue, the authorities have stepped up measures to keep the river foam-free. Special chemical defoamers and cleaning drives are being used to reduce pollution levels, especially in areas where devotees perform rituals. Officials are also monitoring water quality closely to ensure it is safe for people participating in the festival.
Despite these efforts, the situation highlights a larger concern: the tension between cultural and religious practices and environmental health. Devotees continue to perform their rituals, but pollution in the river remains a pressing issue that needs long-term solutions. Environmentalists emphasize that cleaning drives during festivals are temporary fixes, and proper sewage management and industrial waste control are essential for a cleaner Yamuna year-round.
Chhath Puja is a time of devotion and celebration, and authorities, along with the public, are working together to ensure that devotees can pray safely while also being mindful of the environment
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