Chhath Puja is a revered festival dedicated to Lord Surya (the Sun God) and observed with devotion across Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and parts of Nepal.
The festival spans four days, each marked by fasting, rituals, and offerings. The second day, known as Kharna, is particularly significant as devotees observe a day-long fast without water and prepare special prasad to offer to the Sun God.
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SIGNIFICANCE OF KHA
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