The third day of Chhath Mahaparv is being celebrated with religious fervour and enthusiasm across the country. The ritual of Sandhya Arghya was performed this evening, during which lakhs of devotees offered Arghya to the setting Sun.
As part of the ritual, devotees stand in rivers, ponds and other water bodies and offer water, milk and prayers to the setting Sun, seeking blessings for the health, prosperity and well-being of their families.
The four-day festival will conclude tomorrow morning with the ritual of Usha Arghya, during which devotees will offer prayers to the rising Sun. This marks the final ritual of Chhath Puja, following which devotees will break their nearly 36-hour-long fast.
President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan and Prime Minister Narendra Modi have extended greetings to the people on the occasion.
