India, Nov. 12 -- As the festive season moves towards its final major celebration, millions of devotees across Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, and other parts of India are preparing for Chhath Mahaparv 2026. Dedicated to the Sun God (Surya Dev) and Chhathi Maiya, the festival brings families towards at riverbanks, ponds and specially prepared Chhath ghats to offer prayers and seek blessings for health, prosperity and the well-being of their children.

Unlike many other Hindu festivals, Chhath Puja involves four days of strict rituals and disciplined food habits and a challenging period of fasting. Devotees begin with Nahay Khay, observe Kharna on the second day, and offer Sandhya Arghya to the setting Sun and conclude the festival with U...