Today marks the final day of the sacred Chhat Puja, concluding the four-day observance. Devotees, known as Chhat Vratharis, worship Mother Chhatti with deep devotion and resolve.
Rooting their offerings in the bounty of nature, devotees honour Mata Chhatti. On this last day, worshippers complete the puja by offering arghya to the rising sun, holding the faith that Mata Chhatti will fulfil their wishes.
Women observing the Chhat Vrat perform the rituals, presenting fruits and preparing a cake made of jaggery and gram flour as offerings. The fast ends with this final puja. Widely recognized as the Ganaparva of Bihar residents, Chhat Puja is also celebrated across other parts of India.
In Rourkela city, special arrangements have been organized, with pujas taking place at 40 ghats throughout the area. Large gatherings of Chhat Vratharis have also been observed in various parts of Cuttack.