Chhath Puja, one of the most revered festivals in India, is celebrated to honor Chhath maiya (the sun Goddess). Devotees offer Surya Arghya (sunrise offerings) and Sandhya Arghya (sunset offerings) to the sun, praying for health, prosperity, and well-being. In Madhya Pradesh (MP), the government and local authorities have prepared for grand celebrations at various ghats (riverbanks or water bodies) across the state.
🌅 Significance of Chhath Puja
· Dedicated to Surya (the sun God) and Chhath Maiya, symbolizing gratitude and devotion.
· Observed over four days, including rituals like Nahay-Khay, Luhiya, Kharna, and the main Chhath rituals.
· Devotees fast, take holy dips in rivers or water bodies, and perform prayers at ghats during sunrise and sunset.
🏞 Chhath maiya surya Ghats in MP
The madhya pradesh government has identified and prepared multiple ghats for devotees to safely perform rituals. Key ghats include:
1. Bhopal: Upper Lake and Lower Lake ghats
2. Indore: Khan River and Chhoti Gwaltoli ghat
3. Jabalpur: narmada river ghats
4. Gwalior: Chambal River ghats
5. Satna: Son River ghats
6. Rewa: Tamas River ghats
7. Other major towns: Mandla, Ujjain, Sagar, and Hoshangabad riverside ghats
📝 Rituals at the Ghats
· Surya Arghya (Sunrise Offering): Devotees offer prayers at dawn, often standing in river water, chanting mantras and offering fruits, flowers, and the traditional thekua.
· Sandhya Arghya (Sunset Offering): evening rituals involve lighting diyas (lamps) and floating them on water, accompanied by prayers to the Sun.
💡 Government Arrangements
· Ensuring safety and cleanliness at ghats, including police presence and medical facilities.
· Arrangements for temporary shelters, drinking water, and sanitation for large gatherings.
· Awareness campaigns for eco-friendly offerings, avoiding plastics and non-biodegradable materials.
🌟 Bottom Line
Chhath Puja 2025 in mp promises grand celebrations across multiple ghats, combining devotion, culture, and community spirit. Devotees are encouraged to follow guidelines, maintain cleanliness, and observe rituals safely while seeking blessings from Chhath maiya and the sun God.
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