Patna: Buxar is gearing up to welcome thousands of migrants returning home from different parts of the country for Chhath, with the district administration planning a festive makeover of the railway station and making elaborate arrangements at Chhath ghats.District magistrate Sahila inspected Buxar railway station and the bus stand on Tuesday and directed officials to complete arrangements related to cleanliness, repairs, decorations, passenger amenities and security before the festive rush. The station premises will be decorated with banners, posters and displays reflecting the spirit of Chhath, with the work scheduled to begin on Wednesday.A special cleanliness drive will be undertaken around the station, while a help desk will be set up to guide passengers about local transport, routes and other essential information. Special attention will be given to crowd management and the safe movement of passengers arriving by special trains. The administration is coordinating with railway authorities, RPF and GRP to strengthen security.The DM also directed the executive officer of Buxar Nagar Parishad to arrange a laser light and sound show during Chhath. Senior officials have been asked to adopt at least one ghat in their respective blocks.Municipal bodies and block administrations will ensure cleaning of ghats, repair of approach roads, lighting, barricading, changing rooms, drinking water and toilets. The health department will deploy medical teams and ambulances, while trained divers and rescue teams will be stationed at vulnerable locations.Police will regulate traffic, manage crowds and conduct patrolling, with CCTV cameras monitoring important ghats. Regular inspections have also been ordered to ensure that all arrangements are completed on time.
