Devotees offer arghya to setting sun as Chhath reaches main ritual
Summary
Devotees across the Mithila region and other parts of Nepal are offering arghya to the setting sun as Chhath reaches its main ritual phase. President Ramchandra Paudel, Vice-President Ram Sahaya Prasad Yadav and Nepali Congress President Gagan Kumar Thapa have extended greetings, calling the festival a celebration of nature, harmony and indigenous traditions.
Key Points
- Devotees are offering arghya to the setting sun as Chhath reaches its main evening ritual across the Mithila region and other parts of Nepal.
- The four-day festival is dedicated to the Sun God and Chhathi Maiya, with the final sunrise offering due on Monday morning.
- Chhath is traditionally observed in Madhesh Province but is now celebrated in Kathmandu and other parts of the country.
- President Ramchandra Paudel, Vice-President Ram Sahaya Prasad Yadav and Gagan Kumar Thapa sent greetings highlighting social harmony and respect for nature.
