“Chhath devotees offer arghya to the setting sun today”

Key points

• Chhath festival observed on the sixth day of Kartik's bright fortnight.
• Devotees undertake a waterless fast after completing Kharana ritual.
• Festival spans four days in Mithilanchal and other parts of the country.
• Rituals include preparing kheer with jaggery and offering it as prasad.
• Arghya to both setting and rising sun is part of the worship.