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Government declares public holiday on Monday for Chhath

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Government declares public holiday on Monday for Chhath

The Ministry of Home Affairs announced the decision in a notice, saying the additional holiday was granted in view of religious traditions associated with the festival.

Devotees offer prayers to the setting sun on the eve of Chhath and conclude their fast the following morning by offering prayers to the rising sun.