Chhath festival begins with ‘Nahay-Khay’ rituals, ‘kharna’ today

Chhath festival commenced with ‘Nahay-Khay’ rituals as thousands of devotees gathered at Patna’s ghats for holy dips and prayers. The celebration emphasizes devotion to the Sun God, with participants observing strict dietary and behavioral discipline. Markets saw a significant price surge for essential items like bottle gourd and fruits due to high demand.