Bengal

XKolkata: The Kolkata Metropolitan Development Authority (KMDA) will close the gates of Rabindra Sarobar and Subhas Sarobar from 10 am on Sunday (October 26), with complete closure on October 27 and 28, to prevent the observance of Chhath Puja at the two waterbodies.

“Morning walkers will be allowed till Sunday morning, after which we will begin closing and barricading the premises. All 12 gates of Rabindra Sarobar and eight of Subhas Sarobar will be secured with temporary bamboo structures, each around 25 feet long. The gates will be locked with iron chains and banners will be put up stating that performing Chhath rituals in the waterbody is banned. The barricading process takes time, so closure has to begin a day in advance. Adequate security personnel will be deployed at the ga

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