Soon after Diwali, people across the country prepare for the Chhath Puja.

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The auspicious festival of Chhath Puja this year will start on October 28, 2022.

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The puja will end on October 31, 2022.

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Chhat Puja is dedicated to Lord Surya and Goddess Chhathi.

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It is celebrated on the sixth day of Shukla Paksha of Kartik month

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Chhat Puja is celebrated for four days.

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During this, women observe a 36-hour nirjala fast.

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The fast is a prayer for the good health, success and longevity of their children.

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Chhat Puja begins with Nahay Khay where the devotees take bath in holy water, wear new clothes and eat delicious vegetarian food.

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Other family members during this can only eat after the women who have been fasting eat their meal.

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It is then followed by Kharna, Surya Shashth and end with Usha Arghya.

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