How to prepare a home ghats setup for Chhath Puja?

How to prepare a home ghats setup for Chhath PujaFor those unable to visit a river or lake, setting up a home ghat is a beautiful and respectful alternative.
Choose an open space like a balcony, terrace, or courtyard. Place a large vessel or tub filled with clean water to represent the sacred river. Decorate the area with banana trees, sugarcane stalks, and rangoli made from rice flour. Arrange bamboo baskets with fruits, coconuts, and Thekua. Light diyas around the water to create a peaceful, devotional atmosphere. Keep the area clean and sacred throughout the festival. During Sandhya and Usha Arghya, face the direction of the sun while offering prayers. This home setup helps maintain the sanctity of Chhath even in urban settings.