185 camps to be set up for Kanwariyas: Atishi

New Delhi, July 22

Revenue Minister Atishi on Monday said 185 camps, each equipped with high-quality waterproof tents, medical facilities, clean water, toilets and furniture, were being set up here to welcome Kanwariyas.

Addressing a press conference, Atishi said around 15 to 20 lakh Kanwariyas are expected to pass through Delhi.

“We are committed to providing the best facilities for the ‘Shiva Bhakts’ during the holy month of sawan,” she said.

The Kanwariyas will start arriving in Delhi from July 25 and all camps will be fully ready in the next two-three days. East Delhi, North East Delhi and Shahdara districts are the entry and exit points for Kanwariyas in Delhi.

The minister said, “In Shahdara district, 38 camps are being set up, while 29, 22 and 19 camps are being set up in North East, Central and East Delhi, respectively.”