Chhath festival rituals commence today
Summary
Rituals associated with Chhath festival begin today across the Tarai-Madhesh, Kathmandu Valley and other parts of Nepal. Devotees will offer prayers to the setting and rising Sun through four days of fasting, bathing and worship.
Key Points
- Rituals for the Chhath festival begin today in the Tarai-Madhesh, Kathmandu Valley and other parts of Nepal.
- The four-day festival is dedicated to the Sun God and includes prayers to both the setting and rising Sun.
- Devotees observe fasting, holy baths, strict purity and extended standing in water as part of the rituals.
- Chhath is considered a distinctive Hindu festival because it does not require a priest to conduct the ceremonies.
