Guwahati is gearing up for Chhath Puja, with devotees preparing to celebrate the festival on November 15 and 16. Dedicated to the worship of the Sun God, the festival is observed through traditional rituals, fasting and offerings.
Devotees are expected to gather along the banks of the Brahmaputra and other water bodies across the city to offer Sandhya Arghya to the setting Sun on November 15, followed by Usha Arghya to the rising Sun on November 16.
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Chhath Puja celebrations in Guwahati will take place on November 15 and 16, 2026.
Sandhya Arghya will be offered on November 15.
Usha Arghya will be observed on November 16.
Guwahati Traffic Police has announced special traffic restrictions and route diversions.
City and ASTC bus services will operate on diverted routes in affected areas.
Designated parking arrangements have been announced for devotees.
Ahead of the celebrations, Guwahati Traffic Police has announced special traffic regulations to manage vehicle movement and facilitate the movement of devotees. The restrictions and diversions will come into effect at 11 AM on November 15 and remain in force until 11 AM on November 16, according to the announced advisory.
The measures include restrictions on certain vehicles along MG Road, diversions for city and Assam State Transport Corporation (ASTC) buses, and designated parking arrangements near major Chhath Puja locations.
Vehicles carrying devotees and puja materials will be permitted to use specified routes and parking areas under the advisory. Commuters have been advised to follow traffic instructions and plan their journeys accordingly.
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Why This Matters
The traffic arrangements are intended to facilitate the movement of devotees and commuters during one of the city's important religious celebrations. The advisory also helps residents plan their journeys around affected roads.
Chhath Puja is observed over four days and includes Nahay Khay, Kharna, Sandhya Arghya and Usha Arghya. Devotees traditionally observe fasting and offer fruits, sugarcane and other items during the rituals.
The festival holds religious and cultural significance, symbolising faith, gratitude and devotion to the Sun God while bringing families and communities together.
