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Chhath Celebration In Nepal

Fasting Nepali Hindu women make offerings to the setting sun while observing Chhath in Kathmandu, Nepal, on November 7, 2024. Chhath, a festival of benediction to Lord Surya, the sun, starts on the day of Karthik Shukla Chathurthi and ends on Shukla Saptami according to the lunar calendar. Thekuwa, Khajuri, and Kasar, along with varieties of dry fruits, fruits, and flowers, constitute the basket popularly known as ''Dhakri.'' Devotees especially fast and worship the sun for the long lives and well-being of their family members, also praying for their expectations and attempts to come true. Chhath is celebrated for all the members of the family. The Hindu religion adores and respects Lord Sun, who at the time of Chhath is also called ''Chatti Mata'' or the goddess of Chhath. (Photo by Subaas Shrestha/NurPhoto)

Photo ID	#11750449
Date Taken	7 November 2024
Location	N/A
Photographer	Subaas Shrestha/NurPhoto
Category	Human Interest
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Subaas Shrestha/NurPhoto

Fasting Nepali Hindu women offering setting sun Chhath Kathmandu November 2024 festival benediction Surya sun Karthik Shukla Chathurthi Shukla Saptami lunar calendar Thekuwa Khajuri Kasar dry fruits fruits flowers Dhakri devotees fast worship long lives well being family expectations attempts Chatti Mata goddess Subaas Shrestha NurPhoto.