Devotees observes Chhath, festival of benediction to lord "Sun"

Nov 08, 2024

Nepal on Thursday observed the third day of Chhath, the festival of benediction to lord "Surya" making offerings to the setting sun on the embankments of Narayani River. Devotees undergoing arduous fasting stood on the edge of the river braving the current making offering of delicacies to Lord Sun. The festival dedicated to the Sun sees devotees worshipping and making offerings to the setting and rising sun. Chhath, the festival of benediction to lord "Surya" - the sun, starts on the day Karthik Shukla Chathurthi and ends in Shukla Saptami according to the lunar calendar. Thekuwa, Khajuri and Kasar along with verities of dry fruits, fruits and flowers constitute the basket popularly known as "Dhakri." Devotees take the fast and worship the sun for the long lives and well-being of their family members, also praying for their expectations and attempts to come true. Chhath is celebrated for all the members of the family. They offered "Arghya" and a special homage to the setting sun on Thursday evening and will offer "Arghya" to the rising sun the next day, concluding the festival wishing for the prosperity, happiness, well-being and long life of the family members. This festival is regarded as the occasion to take a break from household chores and be refreshed.