Chhath 2025: Devotees await to offer Arghya to rising Sun

October 28, 2025 12:01 PM

Chhath 2025: Devotees await to offer Arghya to rising Sun

In Bihar, a display of devotion marked the celebration of Chhath Mahaparv, with large gatherings of devotees assembling at riverbanks and ponds across the state. On Monday, the third day of the four-day festival, thousands of Chhath vratis (devotees) reached the banks of the Ganga and other water bodies to offer Arghya to the setting Sun. Meanwhile, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary performed the ritual Arghya at their respective residences. At the Chief Min...

Over 12,000 special trains for Diwali and Chhath; 20% discount on return tickets announced

August 21, 2025 3:48 PM

Over 12,000 special trains for Diwali and Chhath; 20% discount on return tickets announced

Indian Railways has announced the operation of over 12,000 special trains to ensure smooth travel for passengers during the upcoming Diwali and Chhath festivals. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, addressing the media at Rail Bhawan, said that these arrangements follow consultations with Bihar’s Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary, MP Dr. Sanjay Jaiswal, Union Minister Lalan Singh, and MP Sanjay Kumar Jha, and local Members of Parliament. The Minister highlighted that passengers undertakin...