Chhath Puja: Who is Chhathi Mai and what’s the Puranic reference of this festival?
Chhath Puja 2018: Exploring the myths and lore associated with the origin of the festival
Chhath Puja 2018: Exploring the myths and lore associated with the origin of the festival
These enchanting, non-stop beats would encourage the vrati (devotees) as they prepare themselves to observe the 36-hour long fast, and instill a sense of celebration among the family members.
Chhath Puja 2018: Chhath Puja is one of the ancient festivals celebrated in the North Indian states of Bihar, Jharkhand and Uttar Pradesh and parts of Nepal.
According to believers, if a family starts observing Chhath Puja, it becomes compulsory to carry on the tradition life long, and pass it on to the next generations.
Chhath Puja is incomplete without thekuas that are offered as prasad.