C Guwahati
Chhath Puja, a vibrant festival of Indian Sanatan culture dedicated to nature and the Sun God, commenced this evening with deep devotion and traditional fervor at the Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Department residential complex in Khanapara, Guwahati. Held at the pond inside the Veterinary Farm campus near Khanapara Farm Gate, the celebration has infused the entire area with a deeply spiritual atmosphere.
During this evening’s Sandhya Arghya (evening offerings), MLA of Dispur Constituency Pradyut Bordoloi, Co-General Secretary of Sanskar Bharati (Uttar Assam Pranta) Himangshu Sarma, and Prachar Pramukh of Sanskar Bharati (Uttar Assam Pranta) Sailendra Pandey graced the occasion as distinguished guests and participated in the rituals.
Led by Vijay Paswan and Suresh Saha, along with the active support of local residents, the organizing committee has been devoutly hosting Chhath Puja at this pond for many years. Notably, the ghat attracts devotees not only from across Assam, but a large number of worshippers from neighboring Meghalaya also gather here every year to offer prayers to Surya Dev.
Surrounded by lush green hills and tranquil natural beauty, this venue is widely regarded as one of the most peaceful, well-organized, and picturesque Chhath Puja ghats in Guwahati. According to the organizers, comprehensive arrangements have been made for the convenience and safety of the devotees, and the four-day festival will conclude tomorrow morning with the offering of Usha Arghya to the rising sun.
