Chhath Puja 2024: Top 20 Wishes, Messages, and Greetings to Share with Your Loved Ones

New Delhi, 7 November 2024 – The vibrant festival of Chhath Puja 2024 is being celebrated with devotion across India from November 5. This four-day festival holds great significance in states like Bihar, Jharkhand, and Uttar Pradesh, where millions of devotees honor the Sun God (Surya Dev) and Chhathi Maiya through strict rituals and prayers. Observers participate in fasting, standing in water bodies to offer “Arghya” to the setting and rising sun, symbolizing gratitude and purification.

Bank Closures and Public Observance
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has declared November 7 and 8 as bank holidays in regions including Bihar, Jharkhand, Delhi, and West Bengal, aligning with the primary days of the Chhath Puja celebration. This has affected banking services, urging citizens to plan their activities accordingly.

The Essence of Chhath Puja
Chhath Puja involves rigorous fasting and prayers, mainly performed by women who stand in rivers and ponds to make offerings to the Sun God. The festival, celebrated with family and community, is known for fostering deep bonds of devotion and gratitude toward nature and divine powers. This year, the festival has seen a surge in social media activity, with people sharing wishes, images, and videos to connect and celebrate despite distances.

Top 20 Wishes and Messages for Chhath Puja 2024
For those looking to share the spirit of Chhath Puja, here are 20 heartwarming wishes and messages:

1. "May the Sun God bring warmth and light into your life, filling it with health, prosperity, and happiness. Happy Chhath Puja 2024!"
2. "On this Chhath Puja, may your prayers be answered and your life be filled with divine blessings. Wishing you and your family peace and joy."
3. "May Chhathi Maiya bless you with strength, happiness, and success. Chhath Puja ki hardik shubhkamnayein!"
4. "Sending warm wishes filled with peace and prosperity on this Chhath Puja. May Surya Dev’s blessings be with you always."
5. "Wishing you endless moments of joy and blessings this Chhath Puja. May your devotion bring light to your life."

Celebrations Across India
This year’s Chhath Puja has seen immense participation in traditional hubs like Patna and Ranchi, with devotees gathering by riverbanks to perform rituals. In Delhi, Chief Minister Atishi declared November 7 as a public holiday, supporting local communities in observing the festival with fervor.

Global Celebrations and Digital Greetings
Chhath Puja is now celebrated worldwide among Indian diaspora communities, with social media playing a pivotal role in connecting families and friends. Platforms like WhatsApp and Instagram are filled with GIFs, images, and heartfelt wishes to commemorate the occasion.

For those unable to be with their loved ones, these messages, images, and virtual greetings help spread the joy and unity that define Chhath Puja. From sharing blessings to sending warm wishes, the digital age has made it easier for traditions to transcend boundaries.

Conclusion
Chhath Puja 2024 continues to be a festival of dedication, gratitude, and community spirit. As millions observe the rituals and offer prayers, sharing heartfelt wishes helps in spreading the essence of this divine festival to near and far.

Wishing everyone a joyous and blessed Chhath Puja 2024!