Fulbari, 15th September: Final preparations are underway for Chhath Puja at the Mahananda Barrage in Fulbari, near Siliguri, as devotees gear up to offer prayers to the setting sun.
Since early morning, family members of devotees have been busy preparing the Chhath ghat. The sites are being decorated with banana trees, flowers and colourful fabrics, while thorough cleaning work is also being carried out to ensure a suitable environment for the rituals.
In the afternoon, devotees will arrive at the ghat carrying traditional offerings and fruits. They will then stand in the waters of the Mahananda River and offer prayers to the setting sun as part of the Chhath rituals.
Speaking about the preparations, Rohit Sah said that they have been celebrating Chhath Puja at this location every year. Several ghats are being set up this year as well, with family members of devotees actively participating in the arrangements since early morning.
Meanwhile, the Fulbari-II Gram Panchayat has made arrangements for the convenience of devotees, including changing rooms and adequate lighting facilities at the ghat.
