Aurangabad witnessed a record-breaking turnout for Chhath celebrations this year, with over 15 lakh devotees taking a holy dip in Surya Kund near Deo’s ancient sun temple. The district administration, which had anticipated a footfall of 10 lakh, reported a peaceful conclusion to the event. The success was attributed to the collaborative efforts of the administration, Bharat Scouts and Guides, National Service Scheme, NCC, and local residents. The focus now shifts to ensuring a safe exit of vehicles and people from the fair site, with a large police presence deployed for the purpose. Devotees began arriving from Wednesday, with the flow continuing until late Thursday evening. The temple, built in Nagar architectural style, saw a massive influx of devotees until 2 pm on Friday. The celebrations extended beyond the sun temple, with festivities taking place across the district.