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Chhath Puja Concludes Across India with Sacred Usha Arghya Ritual: A Nationwide Celebration of Sun Worship
Oct 28, 2025 01:58 pm CST
The four-day Chhath Puja festival concluded with 'Usha Arghya' ceremonies across India as devotees offered prayers to the Sun God at sunrise. This traditional Bihar festival has expanded nationwide, featuring strict fasting, water rituals, and offerings of gratitude. Political leaders joined millions of worshippers at rivers and water bodies for this sacred Hindu observance seeking blessings for health and prosperity.
Chhath Puja 2025 Expected to Generate Rs 38,000 Crore in Economic Activity Across India: CAIT Report
Oct 24, 2025 02:55 pm CST
The Chhath Puja festival celebrating the Sun God is projected to boost India's economy by Rs 38,000 crore in 2025, a 22.58% increase from previous years. With 150 million participants nationwide, this once-regional festival has become a major national celebration supporting local traders and artisans while promoting traditional values. Delhi alone expects Rs 6,000 crore in festival-related commerce, with decorated ghats welcoming thousands of devotees across the capital.