Chatpuja at Phoolpada dam, Vasai

Chatpuja at Phoolpada dam, Vasai

Chatpuja, a revered Hindu festival primarily celebrated in Bihar, Jharkhand, and Uttar Pradesh, honors the Sun God, Surya, and his wife Usha. During this four-day festival, devotees offer prayers, fasting, and ceremonial bathing in rivers, most notably the Ganges. The rituals, performed at sunrise and sunset, involve intricate offerings of fruits, flowers, and lamps. Known for its spiritual significance and cultural fervor, Chatpuja unites communities in reverence and gratitude for the Sun's life-giving energy. It symbolizes the triumph of good over evil and fosters a deep connection with nature. Chatpuja is a cherished tradition that embodies devotion and gratitude.