The four-day Chhath Mahaparv, dedicated to the worship of the Sun God, began on Saturday with the sacred ritual of Nahay-Khay.

After Diwali, various states, including , , and West Bengal, gear up for the celebration of Chhath Puja.

While in , people flocked to the markets for Chhath Puja, the markets of are laden with “Chhajj” or winnowing baskets, fruits, and other essential items required for the occasion.

In Lucknow, preparations for Chhath Puja were made on the banks of the Gomti River on Saturday.

Meanwhile, preparations for the occasion were carried out at Kendui Ghat in , where the women took the initiative to clean the Ghat with broomsticks.

Gaya DCP Dharmendra Bharti assured of the security arrangements, stating that the authorities have kept special attention in light

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