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Chhath Puja 2025: The excitement of Chhath Puja is visible across the country and enthusiasm is being seen among the people. During this time, women fill Kosi, which is a tradition in many parts of Bihar.
Chhath Puja 2025: The splendor of Chhath Puja is visible across the country. Today, there is an old tradition of filling Kosi in many parts of Bihar during the evening Arghya on the third day. But do you know why Kosi is filled? If beliefs are to be believed, filling Kosi is considered a symbol of faith as well as gratitude. Not only this, even after fulfillment of any wish, Kosi is filled to express gratitude to Chhathi Maiya.
Why do women fill Kosi?
when the wish is fulfilled
Many times you have such a wish which after getting fulfilled, women start crying. When devotees feel that their wishes are fulfilled, they fill Kosi to express their gratitude to Chhathi Maiyi.
Also read- Mother Sita or Sun’s son Karna, who first observed Chhath fast, know how this great festival of Bihar came to be.
having a child
Not only this, Kosi is also sung for happiness and prosperity in the family, long life and good health of children.
What is the method of filling Kosi?
During this time, during the evening Arghya, an umbrella is made from sugarcanes and an elephant of clay is placed on the roof or courtyard of the house and then a Kalash is placed on top of it. Prasad and puja related items are decorated in the Kalash and elephant and the lamp is lit. Let us tell you that there is a special tradition of Kosi Chhath Puja, in which an umbrella is made from sugarcanes and an earthen elephant and a kalash are kept in the middle. Prasad and worship items are decorated in this.
Also read: From Nahay-Khay to Arghya, know the importance of every method and rule of the four-day Chhath festival.
