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People of Bihar, UP and Jharkhand celebrate Chhat Puja with great faith, energy and enthusiasm. Chhath Puja is one of the major festivals of India. This festival is celebrated in most parts of Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and also in some parts of Nepal. The festival starts on the sixth day of the month of Kartika as per the Hindu calendar. The festival lasts for four days and is dedicated to worshipping Lord Sun for seeking his blessing and praying for keeping the family healthy and wealthy. This auspicious day is observed by offering prayers to the Sun God and taking a dip into the holy waters of the Ganga. The day celebrates the benevolent act of the Sun God and his wife for granting us this beautiful life on earth. Source: Chhath.org This footage is part of the broadcast stock footage archive
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