SaralnamaChhath festival devotees in Mahua, Bihar face difficulties as local ponds have dried up. The pond near Akhtiyarpur Middle School lacks water and is overgrown with grass. Worshippers must now search for alternative water bodies to perform rituals. Some may need to travel far or dig pits at home for offerings. Poor maintenance has led to the deterioration of traditional ponds. Devotees worry about the lack of proper roads and facilities at distant water sources. To celebrate Chhath at home, dig a small pit and fill it with clean water for offerings. (Updated 20 Oct 2025, 03:48 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Chhath festival devotees in Mahua, Bihar face difficulties as local ponds have dried up
- The pond near Akhtiyarpur Middle School lacks water and is overgrown with grass
- Worshippers must now search for alternative water bodies to perform rituals