Chhath, the grand festival of sun worship, is being celebrated across the country. This festival, which began on October 25th, will conclude today, October 28th, with the offering of arghya to the Sun God at sunrise. In a short while, fasting women will offer arghya to the rising sun at ghats across the country, marking the end of their 36-hour, waterless fast.
Today, on the final day of the Chhath festival, huge crowds gathered at Chhath ghats along the Ganga, Yamuna, Kosi, Gandak, and Yamuna banks. Grand preparations for Chhath Puja were also seen in metropolitan cities like Patna, Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Ranchi. This final day of Chhath is known as Usha Arghya. By offering arghya to the first rays of the morning sun, fasting women pray for the happiness and prosperity of their families, the long life of their children, and the well-being of society.
Earlier, on Sunday evening, devotees offered arghya to the setting sun. On the third day, devotees offered prayers to the setting sun and prayed to Lord Bhaskar and Chhathi Maiya for the happiness and prosperity of their families. Devotees thronged the Ghats of Patna, from cities to villages.
A Flood of Faith at the Ghats of Patna
A Flood of Faith swept the banks of the Ganges in the capital, Patna. Thousands of devotees gathered at various ghats, including Digha Ghat, Kankarbagh, and Kurji Ghat, since early morning. A festive atmosphere prevailed in Bihar. Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya also participated in the Chhath ritual held at the residence of BJP leader Sanjay Mayukh.
Devotees also crowded the Ghats of Delhi
In the national capital, Hathi Ghat and Vasudev Ghat, located on the banks of the Yamuna, were crowded with devotees since early morning. Women, dressed in traditional attire, were seen offering prayers to the Sun, carrying fruits, thekua, and coconut bowls.
A flood of devotees gathered at the ghats of Gorakhpur, Varanasi, and Noida.
In Gorakhpur, Varanasi, and Noida, Uttar Pradesh, the outpouring of faith for the Chhath festival was visible at the ghats. Thousands of fasting women offered "Usha Arghya" at Guru Gorakhnath Ghat in Gorakhpur, while elaborate security arrangements were made at the ghats. Meanwhile, in Varanasi, a remarkable confluence of faith and devotion was witnessed on the banks of the Ganges. From Assi Ghat to Rajghat, the melodious echo of Chhath songs filled the atmosphere with devotion. In Noida, devotees performed traditional pujas at temporary ghats along the Yamuna Expressway and at the reservoirs in Sector 78.
Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya arrived at the residence of BJP leader Sanjay Mayukh for Chhath Puja.
Amidst preparations for Chhath Puja in Patna, Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya attended a Chhath Puja program held at the residence of BJP leader Sanjay Mayukh.
The Chhath festival is considered one of the most difficult fasts.
Chhath festival is considered one of the most difficult fasts. This festival begins every year on the Chaturthi Tithi (fourth day) of the Shukla Paksha (waxing moon) of the month of Kartika and continues until the Saptami Tithi (seventh day). The first day of Chhath begins with Nahai-Khaay, followed by Kharna on the second day, Sandhya Arghya on the third day, and Usha Arghya on the fourth day. October 28th is the last day of Chhath. On this day, devotees stand in a holy river or pond in the morning and offer Arghya to the rising sun, after which the four-day-long festival of folk faith concludes.
Chirag, Dharmendra, and several other Union Ministers also participated in the Chhath Mahaparva.
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan participated in the Chhath Puja at the AG Colony Park in the capital, Patna. He said, "I consider myself fortunate to have the opportunity to worship the Sun God and Chhathi Maiya." He also prayed for the progress of society on this occasion. Meanwhile, Union Minister Chirag Paswan completed the Chhath Puja rituals at his residence in Patna. In Hajipur, Union Minister Nityanand Rai also offered arghya with devotion on the last day of Chhath Mahaparva.
The ritual of offering arghya to the rising sun on the fourth day of the Chhath festival
The fourth day of the Chhath festival is celebrated as the Usha Kaal Arghya.
First, the fasting person offers arghya to the rising sun and performs puja.
On this day, the fasting person should wear clean clothes.
Place milk, Ganga water, turmeric, betel nut, rice grains, and a lamp in the puja plate.
After this, stand waist-deep in water in a river and offer arghya to the sun god.
After offering arghya, pray for happiness, prosperity, and good health for the family.
After the puja is completed, the fasting person should accept the prasad and conclude the fast.
Bihar: BJP State President, UP Deputy CM also participated in the puja.
Bihar BJP President Dilip Jaiswal offered 'Usha Arghya' to the rising sun in Kishanganj on the last day of Chhath Puja. After the puja, he said, "This is a great festival of faith. We offered Arghya to the rising sun... Today I had the opportunity to celebrate Chhath Puja in Kishanganj. I pray to Chhathi Maiya for harmony among the people, mutual love, and a healthy and prosperous life for all."
On the other hand, Keshav Prasad Maurya, Deputy Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh and the election in-charge of Bihar, also participated in the Chhath Puja in Patna.
Prime Minister Modi extended his best wishes on the conclusion of Chhath.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his best wishes on the conclusion of Chhath in a post on Instagram on Tuesday. He said, "The auspicious conclusion of the great festival of Chhath came today with the morning offering of Arghya to Lord Surya. During this four-day ritual, we witnessed the divine manifestation of our grand tradition of Chhath Puja. Heartfelt congratulations to all the devotees and their families who were part of this holy festival! May the infinite blessings of Chhathi Maiya always illuminate your lives."
Bihar CM performed Chhath Puja at his home.
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar offered 'Usha Arghya' to the rising sun at his residence in Patna on the last day of Chhath Puja.
Chirag Paswan also performed the Chhath Puja from his Patna residence.
Union Minister Chirag Paswan performed Chhath Puja from his Patna residence. During this, he said, "Chhathi Maiya has given so much without asking, but yes, I believe that the developed Bihar we envision, and that developed families, and every family in that developed Bihar, should be filled with happiness and prosperity. I wish that this blessing of Chhathi Maiya be bestowed upon every person and family in Bihar and the country. Along with the Chhath festival, the great festival of democracy is also taking place. Today, we concluded this festival by offering Arghya to the rising sun. While one great festival is coming to an end, another great festival of democracy will reach its climax. From today, we will begin a vigorous campaign, and whatever results we get, we know they will be in our favor, but those results will be pleasant for Bihar and the people of Bihar."
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister also participated in Chhath Puja.
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai participated in the 'Usha Arghya' offered to the rising sun. Speaking to reporters after the puja, he said, "Best wishes to all the people of Chhattisgarh and the Kunkuri Assembly constituency for the great Chhath festival. It has always been our endeavor to visit the Chhath devotees here on the Chhath festival, offer prayers to the Sun God, and worship Chhathi Maiya... We have requested Chhathi Maiya to bring happiness and prosperity to everyone's home. Rs. 5 crore 17 lakh has been approved for the Kunkuri Chhath Ghat, and a beautiful Chhath Ghat will be built here. We believe that by next year's Chhath festival, this ghat will be ready."
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister also participated in the Chhath Puja.
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav participated in Chhath Puja at Vikram Sarovar, Vikram University campus. He said, "...I wish everyone a happy Chhath. After the difficult fast of our mothers and sisters, our eternal culture is protected by their resolve for the well-being of the entire family and the progress of the state and the country. My greetings to everyone once again. The entire country is celebrating this festival."
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