Sacred Rangoli Designs for Chhath Puja
Rangoli during Chhath Puja is a traditional art form created to welcome Surya Dev and Chhathi Maiya into households and sacred spaces.
Popular Rangoli Themes & Motifs
- Surya Dev (Sun Motif): Circular vibrant designs combining bright yellow, orange, and red colored powders symbolizing solar rays.
- Chhath Bamboo Soop & Daura Patterns: Artful depictions of winnowing baskets filled with sugarcane and fruits.
- Lotus Flower & River Waves: Symbolic floral patterns surrounding clay diyas representing the holy Ganges water.
Source: the supplied Wave 2 Chhath Puja article collection. Original article text and headings are retained. Summaries, navigation, artwork and clearly labeled editorial notes were added for this edition.
