Thu Nov 07 12:20:30 UTC 2024: ## Chhath Puja Celebrated with Fervor Across India
**Patna, India** – The revered Chhath Puja, a significant Hindu festival, is being celebrated with great fervor across India, including the capital city of Delhi and the state of Bihar. On the third day of the festival, devotees offered prayers to the setting sun, signifying the end of the fasting period.
The banks of the Ganges river in Patna witnessed a vibrant display of faith and celebration. Thousands of people, accompanied by their families, gathered to perform the rituals. The atmosphere was charged with devotion as people chanted prayers and offered offerings to the sun god.
The Chhath Puja, dedicated to the Sun God, is a significant event in the Hindu calendar. Devotees observe a strict fast for two days and offer prayers to the rising and setting sun. The festival is a testament to the deep-rooted cultural and religious heritage of India.
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