Chhath Puja 2026 Helicopter Service: Bookings for helicopter joy rides have begun on November 10. Helicopters will operate daily from 8 am to 10 am.
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Chhath in Patna is considered very important. People from other districts also come to Patna to perform Chhath Puja on the banks of the Ganges. If you want to witness Patna's historic Chhath festival, you can escape the crowds and enjoy it from a helicopter. This facility is being provided by the Tourism Department of the Bihar Government.
Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary 's dream project, Helicopter Joy Rides, has expanded in scope. New amenities are being added. This year, the Tourism Department has launched a special helicopter joy ride facility for tourists and pilgrims on the occasion of Chhath. For just ₹2,100 per person, people can take a helicopter tour of the picturesque landscapes of Patna.
Booking started today.
The Tourism Department has announced that bookings for helicopter joy rides have begun on Tuesday (November 10, 2026). This special facility will be available to the public from November 10th to 16th. Helicopter flights will operate daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Six slots have been designated daily for passenger convenience. Starting November 19th, regular helicopter joy rides will be available every Thursday and Friday, along with Saturdays and Sundays.
You will be able to see the offerings and decorations.
Chhath is Bihar's cultural identity and the largest festival of folk faith. Millions of devotees, observing Chhath fasts, offer prayers to the setting and rising sun along the banks of various rivers, ponds, and reservoirs, including the Ganges. Many people yearn to witness this Chhath festival at the ghats, which often attract large crowds. This time, the Tourism Department's helicopter service will allow you to witness the ghats' decorations, attractive lighting, and devotional atmosphere, as well as witness the offerings.
Booking can be done online.
Those interested in enjoying a helicopter joyride can reserve their seats through Bihar Tourism's official booking portal, booking.tourism.bihar.gov.in. The fare is set at ₹2,100 per person.
