Chhath Puja is a very important festival celebrated with great devotion in Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh and parts of Nepal. It is dedicated to Surya Dev (the Sun God) and Chhathi Maiya. The festival is about saying thank you, following spiritual practices and living in harmony with nature.
In 2025, Chhath Puja will be celebrated from Saturday, October 25, to Tuesday, October 28. People gather at rivers, ponds and other water places to perform rituals that have been followed for many generations.
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Significance of Chhath Puja
Chhath Puja is not just a festival; it is a way of showing thanks and love to nature and the Sun God.
- Thanking Nature: People thank Surya Dev (the Sun God) for giving light, energy and helping in growing crops.
- Self-Control and Devotion: Devotees follow fasting and prayers to stay pure and strong.
- Togetherness: The festival brings families and communities together and spreading peace and happiness among everyone.
Chhath Puja 2025 Date & Rituals
| Days | Date | Rituals |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | 25th October, 2025 | Nahay Khay |
| Day 2 | 26th October, 2025 | Kharna |
| Day 3 | 27th October, 2025 | Sandhya Arghya |
| Day 4 | 28th October, 2025 | Usha Arghya |
Chhath Puja Rituals & Traditions
Day 1: Nahay Khay
Chhath Puja begins with cleanliness and purity. On this day, devotees take a holy bath in a river or pond to clean their body and mind. After the bath, they eat a simple meal made without onion or garlic, usually rice, lentils and bottle gourd. This marks the calm and pure start of the festival.
Day 2: Kharna
The second day of Chhath Puja is Kharna. On this day, devotees keep a fast for the whole day without eating or drinking anything. In the evening, they make prasad like kheer (sweet rice pudding) and puris. First, the food is offered to God. Then, the person who is fasting eats it quietly, as it is believed that if there is any noise, they should stop eating.
Day 3: Sandhya Arghya
On the third day, devotees offer prayers to the setting sun. They go to rivers or ghats carrying fruits, sugarcane and thekua. Standing in the water, they offer ‘Arghya’ to the Sun God and pray for good health and happiness. The view of glowing lamps and people praying together makes the evening very peaceful and beautiful.
Day 4: Usha Arghya
The last day of Chhath Puja is for worshipping the rising sun. Early in the morning, devotees gather again near rivers or ghats to offer ‘Arghya’ to the rising sun. This prayer stands for new beginnings and hope for a bright future. After the rituals, they break their fast and end the festival with joy, blessings and gratitude.
A Festival in Harmony of Nature
One special thing about Chhath Puja is that it is close to nature. People use natural items during the rituals like fruits, sugarcane and diyas made of clay. They do not use plastic or anything that can harm the environment. This makes the festival pure, peaceful and nature-friendly.
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Preparations for Chhath Puja
As Chhath Puja comes closer, devotees start making all the necessary preparations.
- Puja Items: People collect things like rice, lentils, jaggery, ghee, sugarcane, and seasonal fruits for the rituals.
- Thekua and Prasad: Thekua, a special sweet made from wheat and jaggery, is prepared at home or bought from local shops to offer to the Sun God.
- Traditional Clothes: Women wear sarees and men wear dhotis or kurta-pajamas during the puja.
- Clean Surroundings: Riverbanks and ponds are cleaned to make the place pure and ready for worship.
Chhath Puja: Celebration of Faith and Togetherness
Chhath Puja brings devotees together from many parts of India and even from other countries. Cities like Patna, Varanasi and Ranchi see large crowds near rivers and ponds. People travel days in advance to take part in this holy festival and to feel its true spiritual atmosphere.
Chhath Puja is more than a festival, it is a spiritual journey that teaches us to be thankful, patient and disciplined, and to respect nature. Families gather near rivers to pray and keep fasts with full devotion. This festival builds a strong bond between people, nature and God.
Celebrating Chhath Puja 2025 with truth and purity is believed to bring blessings of good health, wealth and happiness. It is a festival that brings peace to the heart and unites everyone in faith and harmony.
