Devotees gear up for Sandhya Arghya as Chhath festivities reach peak in Jamshedpur

Devotees to offer prayers to setting sun today

Mail News Service

Jamshedpur, Oct 26: Jamshedpur is celebrating the four-day Chhath festival which began on Saturday. Devotees across Jamshedpur observed Kharna on Sunday. Devotees are now preparing to offer prayers to the Sun God along the city’s riversides and ghats.

The city, known for its rich tradition and fervent observance of Chhath, is witnessing a flurry of activity.

Across Jamshedpur, major ghats including Dimna, Adityapur, and RIT are being meticulously cleaned and decorated in anticipation of the festival.

Local authorities, civic bodies, and volunteers have worked tirelessly to ensure that the ghats are safe, accessible, and well-equipped for the thousands of devotees expected to participate.

Temporary shelters, water stations, and first-aid facilities are being set up to assist the Chhath vratis during the rituals. Adding a unique community touch to this year’s festivities, several social and political organizations distributed free Chhath puja items.

The initiative received an overwhelming response, with hundreds of devotees visited these camps on Sunday to collect their puja paraphernalia. The four-day festival began with Nahay-Khay, where devotees took itualistic bath and cleaned their homes and surroundings.

The Sandhya Arghya on the third day witnesses devotees standing waist-deep in river waters, offering prayers to the setting sun.

The festival concludes with Usha Arghya, where morning offerings are made to the rising sun, marking the culmination of the rigorous observances. The spirit of Chhath in Jamshedpur is not just religious but also deeply social.

Families, friends, and communities come together to ensure the rituals are observed with devotion and enthusiasm.

Local administration has urged devotees to follow safety guidelines and maintain cleanliness at the ghats.

With the city abuzz with devotion and preparation, Jamshedpur is observing one of its most cherished festivals, blending faith, community participation, and cultural heritage in a vibrant celebration.