The banks of the Sutlej and Sidhwan Canal, once filled with devotion and festivity during the Chhath Puja, now lie strewn with garbage, burnt offerings and smouldering waste — a grim aftermath that refuses to fade. Despite repeated appeals and warnings, the scene remains unchanged from last year, raising serious concerns about environmental neglect and administrative apathy.

Plastic bags, food waste, disposable plates, and ritual leftovers litter the shoreline, with some heaps still smouldering from onsite burning. Poles that once held festive tents now stand abandoned, a silent reminder of the celebration’s messy aftermath. Banana leaves used during rituals now lie scattered along the riverbank, adding to the post-Chhath clutter and untreated waste.

In several spots, even biodegradable

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