Chhath Puja, one of the most important festivals in bihar, is dedicated to Chhath maiya (the sun Goddess). Devotees express gratitude to the sun God through Surya Arghya (sunrise offerings) and Sandhya Arghya (sunset offerings). In 2025, Chhath Puja falls on October 25, Saturday, and the bihar government has prepared for grand celebrations at various ghats across the state.
🌅 Significance of Chhath Puja
· Observed over four days, the festival includes rituals like Nahay-Khay, Luhiya, Kharna, and the main Chhath rituals.
· Devotees fast, take holy dips in rivers, and offer prayers to the sun for health, prosperity, and well-being.
· Known for its strict rituals and eco-friendly practices, emphasizing devotion and community participation.
🏞 Major surya Ghats in Bihar
The bihar government has prepared multiple ghats to accommodate devotees safely. Key locations include:
1. Patna: gandhi Ghat, Bhadra Ghat, Dariapur Ghat
2. Gaya: Vishnupad Ghat, Falgu River Ghats
3. Muzaffarpur: Kamala River Ghats
4. Darbhanga: koshi river Ghats
5. Buxar: ganga River Ghats
6. Siwan, Begusarai, Munger, Bhagalpur: Various riverfront ghats
7. Other major towns: Chapra, Hajipur, Sitamarhi, and Motihari
📝 Rituals at the Ghats
· Surya Arghya (Sunrise Offering): Devotees stand in river water at dawn, chanting mantras and offering fruits, thekua (traditional sweet), and flowers.
· Sandhya Arghya (Sunset Offering): evening prayers involve floating diyas on water while offering gratitude to the Sun.
· Community Participation: local volunteers often help with preparations, cleanliness, and organizing crowds.
💡 Government Measures
· Ensuring safety, sanitation, and medical support at ghats.
· Promoting eco-friendly practices, discouraging plastics and non-biodegradable materials.
· Arrangements for temporary shelters, drinking water, and crowd management.
🌟 Bottom Line
Chhath Puja 2025 in bihar is set to be a grand celebration across major rivers and ghats, combining devotion, culture, and community spirit. Devotees are encouraged to observe rituals safely, maintain cleanliness, and follow government guidelines while seeking blessings from Chhath maiya and the sun God.
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