Chhath Puja:  A Celebration of Devotion, Tradition, and Cultural Unity   

Chhath Puja is one of the most celebrated festivals in the Indian states of Bihar, Jharkhand, and Uttar Pradesh.

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Ancient agrarian societies worshipped nature. Chhath Puja continues this tradition, focusing on blessings from the Sun.

Chhath Puja is a way to show gratitude to the Sun God for life giving energy and good harvest.

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Chhathi Maiya is revered as a goddess of fertility, health, and protector of children in Chhath Puja. 

Chhathi Maiya

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Chhathi Maiya or Shashthi Devi, worshipped on 6th day of the Kartik month. 

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Devotees purify themselves with a river bath and eat simple food, starting their fast for Chhath.

Day 1:  Nahay Khay  (Bath and Eat)

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A day-long fast without water is broken with kheer in the evening, symbolizing purity and devotion.

Day 2:  Kharna  (Fast-Breaking)

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On the third day, devotees gather by the river to offer arghya to the setting sun, thanking Surya Dev and Chhathi Maiya together.

Day 3:  Sandhya Arghya  (Evening Offering)

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The final day begins before dawn, offering arghya to the rising sun, completing the ritual with blessings.

Day 4:  Usha Arghya  (Morning Offering)

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Folk songs in Maithili, Bhojpuri, and Magahi are sung by the riverbank, expressing devotion and gratitude.

Folk Songs

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In Chhath Puja offering organic materials like bamboo and fruits, promotes an environmentally conscious celebration.

Eco-Friendly Rituals

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Chhath Puja celebrates devotion, unity, and nature. It promotes eco-consciousness and strengthens cultural bonds.

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