In a post on X, Prime Minister Modi expressed his joy over the successful completion of the festival, which is dedicated to the worship of the Sun God and Chhathi Maiya.
Devotees from across the nation are preparing to offer "Usha Arghya" to the rising sun on the last day of Chhath Puja during the early hours of Tuesday. The devotees have reached the river banks to witness the rising sun with all the religious material required for conducting the Puja.
Arsiya Devi began preparations for Chhath Puja at her mud-thatched home in the southern plains of Nepal, arranging all the essentials to offer to the setting Sun and Chhath Maiya. Apart from praying for her family's well-being and prosperity, this year her prayers are focused on seeking r
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis took part in Chhath Puja celebrations at Juhu Beach and greeted devotees, saying his government has improved arrangements at the venue since 2014. He said the festival reflects collective devotion to Lord Surya and Chhathi Maiya.
Today marks the third day of the Chhath Mahaparv, with devotees across the country offering the traditional evening Arghya to the setting Sun as part of the ongoing four-day festival dedicated to the worship of the Sun God.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath extended his wishes on the occasion of Chhath Puja festivity. He said that the festival is a symbol of India's unity, spiritual upliftment and ancient heritage.
UP Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya joined Chhath Puja festivities at BJP leader Sanjay Mayukh's Patna residence, calling it a blessed moment as he offered arghya to the setting sun for the first time and greeted people on the festival.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee extended her greetings on the occasion of Chhath Puja, lauding the efforts of volunteers and organisers for ensuring the smooth conduct of the festival in Kolkata.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami attended the Surya Shashti Vrat festival 'Chhath Puja' at Chhath Puja Ghat in Khatima and said that Chhat Puja symbolises the rich tradition of Sanatan culture.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday performed 'sandhya arghya' as part of the Chhath Puja celebrations at a ghat in Sonia Vihar and asked "Chhathi Maiya" to bless the people of India.
Celebrations of Chhath Puja are in full swing across Bihar, and on this occasion, actress Akshara Singh's family offered sandhya 'arghya' on the 3rd day of the festivity.