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Chhath Puja devotees gather on the open grounds along the Yamuna riverbank in New Delhi to prepare for the sacred Chhath rituals. Men, women, and families can be seen cleaning the area, arranging bamboo baskets, and setting up fruits, sugarcane, diyas, soops, and offerings required for the puja. The atmosphere is filled with devotion as preparations begin for the evening Sandhya Arghya and the morning Usha Arghya, dedicated to Surya Dev (the Sun God) and Chhathi Maiya. The riverbank transforms into a spiritual space as participants create temporary ghats, decorate prayer spots, and organize materials for the traditional rituals. The video captures the essence of cultural heritage, discipline, and collective faith that defines Chhath Puja. This glimpse into the preparations along the Yamuna
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