Bihar's largest festival, the revered Chhath Puja or 'Mahaparva,' is being observed today across the state with widespread fervor on its third day. Officials have confirmed that the Bihar government has implemented extensive arrangements to ensure the safety and convenience of devotees.
This sacred festival is a time for families to offer prayers to Chhathi Maiya, the goddess form of the Sun God, seeking prosperity and good health. On Monday evening, as the sun sets, devotees will present 'Arghya' (offerings) to Chhathi Maiya. Women's Cotton Chikankari Long Anarkali Kurti with Dupatta (White-M)
In Patna and other parts of the state, lakhs of devotees are expected to gather at over 102 ghats along the Ganga River, 45 parks, and 63 ponds. The four-day festivities will conclude on Tuesday morning with the second Arghya offered to the rising sun.
The Patna district administration has enforced stringent security measures to prevent any untoward incidents. Additional police forces have been deployed, and devotees have been advised to avoid six hazardous and seven unsuitable ghats. All ghats are fully prepared, and we're ensuring no inconvenience to the devotees," stated an official.Also Read: Rohit Sharma's Retirement: Will Continue Playing Until the 2027 ODI World Cup, Clarification by Childhood Coach Dinesh Lad
Traffic management protocols have been established on roads to handle crowds, with directives issued for their strict implementation.
Chhath Puja began on October 25 with a holy bath and purification rituals in the Ganga, and it will culminate on October 28. Observed on the sixth day of the Kartik Shukla Paksha after Diwali, the festival.Also Read: Political Roar in Bihar: Modi, Rahul, Priyanka, Kharge's Big Rally War Begins..!
unfolds as follows:
Day 1: Sacred bath and purification in the Ganga.
Day 2: Strict fasting, ending with worship of the Sun and Moon.
Day 3: 'Sandhya Arghya' evening offerings of prasad and Arghya at riverbanks.
Day 4: 'Usha Arghya' to the rising sun, breaking the fast, and family reunions.
Deeply rooted in Bihar's cultural heart, Chhath Puja celebrates feminine power and environmental harmony. Devotees offer thekua (a traditional sweet), pineapples, and seasonal fruits as naivedya.Also Read: Justice Surya Kant Recommended as Next Chief Justice of India by CJI B.R. Gavai
This year, the state government has introduced new facilities to make the celebrations unforgettable. The devotional fervor of millions is adorning Bihar in a vibrant spectacle.Also Read: Justice Surya Kant Recommended as Next Chief Justice of India by CJI B.R. Gavai