President Bidya Devi Bhandari inaugurated Chhat puja at Gaurighat, Kathmandu.
As the festival is observed as a common cultural symbol of Tarai/Madhes. The festive fanfare has been seen in different parts including Gaurighat, Kupondole of Kathmandu Valley as well.
The festival is dedicated to the Sun God, with offerings made to the rising and setting Sun. It is observed for four days, from Kartik Shukala Chaturthi to Kartik Shukla Saptami as per the lunar calendar.
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