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Religion
Western Assam Witnesses Massive Chhath Puja Celebrations
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 16 Nov 2026, 03:32 AM
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Hundreds of thousands of devotees gathered at over 560 Chhath ghats across western Assam to celebrate the festival.
Western Assam has witnessed a massive turnout for Chhath Puja celebrations, with devotees flocking to over 560 designated ghats across the region. The festival, dedicated to the Sun God and his consort, Chhathi Maiya, saw thousands of people offering prayers and performing rituals at the banks of rivers and ponds. The ghats were adorned with colourful lights and decorations, creating a festive atmosphere.