The district administration, along with the municipal council and Chhath Puja committees, has completed all preparations for the grand festival of Chhath Puja, which is dedicated to the worship of the Sun God. Various Chhath ghats have been cleaned and given the final touch. Today, as the sun sets, Chhath devotees will offer arghya (offering) to the setting sun and pray for prosperity and well-being. Tomorrow, on Monday, they will offer arghya to the rising sun.
Chhath Puja is a significant festival celebrated by the people of Bihar and parts of Uttar Pradesh. It is a four-day long festival that involves fasting, rigorous rituals, and offering prayers to the Sun God. The festival is celebrated with great enthusiasm and devotion, as it is believed to bring good fortune and happiness to the devotees.
The district administration, along with the municipal council and Chhath Puja committees, has taken all necessary steps to ensure the smooth conduct of the festival. They have made arrangements for the cleaning and maintenance of the Chhath ghats, where devotees gather to offer prayers and perform rituals. The authorities have also made arrangements for the safety and security of the devotees, with the deployment of additional police personnel and the installation of CCTV cameras at the ghats.
Chhath Puja is a time of immense faith and devotion for the people. It is a festival that showcases the rich cultural heritage of the region and strengthens the sense of community and togetherness. The preparations for the festival have been completed, and now the devotees eagerly await the auspicious moments to offer their prayers and seek blessings from the Sun God.
