In view of the safety of devotees during the Chhath festival, the operation of private boats in rivers and ponds has been banned. The Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Purvi Anand Utsav, has issued an order imposing the prohibitory order from November 13th to 16th. During this period, government boats, divers, and life jackets will be available at the ghats. Station House Officers, Circle Officers (COs), and Block Development Officers (BDOs) have been …