On November 7, 2024, thousands gathered at the beach in Goa to participate in the Chhath Puja celebrations, with MLA Rudolfo Fernandes playing a key role in the event. The festival, which honors Lord Surya (the Sun God), is particularly significant in regions like Bihar, Jharkhand, and Uttar Pradesh, but it has also found resonance with communities in Goa. The ritual involves offerings to the sun at sunrise and sunset, believed to bring blessings of health, prosperity, and well-being. Devotees gathered at the beach, paying homage with traditional rituals and prayers.

The celebrations included the Usha Arghya, a morning prayer offering, which marks the final day of the festival. Thousands of devotees took part in the prayers, creating a vibrant and spiritual atmosphere. MLA Rudolfo Fernandes expressed his support for the event, noting its cultural and religious significance to the local community.