
DDMA eases curbs on festive gatherings
The Hindu
Chhath Puja celebrations won’t be allowed at public places, states official order
The Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) on Thursday relaxed prohibition on gatherings in the Capital in view of the upcoming festival season.
The DDMA stated that these relaxations would be in place till November 15. While Durga Puja pandals and events such as Ramlilas have been given the go-ahead, Chhath Puja celebrations have not be allowed at public places.
A day after Lieutenant-Governor Anil Baijal reviewed the situation, the DDMA, in an order, stated that a maximum number of 200 attendees would be allowed at such events but with certain riders.

Former CM B.S. Yediyurappa had challenged the first information report registered on March 14, 2024, on the alleged incident that occurred on February 2, 2024, the chargesheet filed by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), and the February 28, 2025, order of taking cognisance of offences afresh by the trial court.