Delhi Declares Chhath Puja Holiday on November 7

Delhi Chief Minister Atishi announced a public holiday on November 7 for Chhath Puja, following a request from Delhi Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena. Chhath Puja is a major Hindu festival celebrated in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh by worshipping the sun god with rituals lasting four days.

In response to a letter from Delhi Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena, Chief Minister Atishi announced a public holiday in Delhi on November 7 to honor Chhath Puja. The decision aims to enable Purvanchal community members to celebrate this significant festival with grandeur.

Chhath Puja is a prominent Hindu celebration, primarily observed in Bihar and eastern Uttar Pradesh. Atishi took to social media platform X to share her decision with the public, ensuring that all Delhi residents can partake in the festivities.

The festival of Chhath Puja is dedicated to the worship of the sun god and involves fasting, prayer, and ritual bathing. It is celebrated over four days, signifying a period of devotion and rigorous observance.