IN PICS: Chhath festival concludes
Ratopati
October 31, 2022
KATHMANDU, Oct 31: Chhath festival concluded with the worshiping of the sun god on Monday.
It is believed that Chhath Puja is in practice since Vedic ages.
Many stories around Chhath Puja are narrated and shared among people. It is said that Karna, who was the son of the Sun, performed this puja. Karna was the king of Anga Desh, which is believed to be present day Bhagalpur in Bihar.
It is also said that Draupadi had also observed this fast in order to beat the obstacles and hurdles that had come in hers and Pandavas' life.
It is also said that Sita was blessed with Luv and Kush after she did the Chhath Puja.
Here are some pictures taken by Ratopati photojournalist:
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