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Buxar District Bars River Entry and Private Boats on Ganga Ghats During Chhath (Nov 13-16)
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 13 Nov 2026, 10:45 AM
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The Buxar district administration has imposed a ban on entering the Ganga River and operating private boats at its ghats from November 13 to 16, 2026, to ensure pilgrim safety during the Chhath festival.
The administration of Buxar district in Bihar announced a temporary prohibition on any river entry and the use of private boats at the Ganga ghats from 13 to 16 November 2026. The order, issued by the district magistrate, aims to safeguard the large number of devotees who gather at the riverbanks to observe the Chhath puja.
Chhath, one of the most revered festivals in the region, draws millions of worshippers who perform rituals at sunrise and sunset on the banks of the Ganga. The congregation often leads to crowded ghats and increased risk of accidents, prompting authorities to take preventive measures.
Officials have instructed police and river‑front security teams to enforce the ban strictly. Only authorized government vessels and emergency services will be permitted to operate on the water during the specified period.
The directive applies to all ghats within the Buxar sub‑division, and private boat owners have been warned of penalties for non‑compliance. Pilgrims are advised to use official ferry services and observe safety guidelines while participating in the festivities.
Chhath, one of the most revered festivals in the region, draws millions of worshippers who perform rituals at sunrise and sunset on the banks of the Ganga. The congregation often leads to crowded ghats and increased risk of accidents, prompting authorities to take preventive measures.
Officials have instructed police and river‑front security teams to enforce the ban strictly. Only authorized government vessels and emergency services will be permitted to operate on the water during the specified period.
The directive applies to all ghats within the Buxar sub‑division, and private boat owners have been warned of penalties for non‑compliance. Pilgrims are advised to use official ferry services and observe safety guidelines while participating in the festivities.