‘Are you fasting today’? 3 Chhath Puja questions to stop asking your Bihari friends now
Chhath Puja, an ancient Vedic festival, begins with Nahay Khay, a day of purification and simple meals. Celebrated mainly in Bihar, Jharkhand, and eastern Uttar Pradesh, it honors the Sun God and Chhathi Maiya. Devotees observe strict rituals and fasting over four days, expressing gratitude for nature's bounty and seeking blessings.
Chhath Puja, an ancient Vedic festival, begins with Nahay Khay, a day of purification and simple meals. Celebrated mainly in Bihar, Jharkhand, and eastern Uttar Pradesh, it honors the Sun God and Chhathi Maiya. Devotees observe strict rituals and fasting over four days, expressing gratitude for nature's bounty and seeking blessings.
