Chhath Puja, one of the most revered Hindu festivals, is celebrated with devotion in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, and even by indian communities abroad. The festival honors Sun God (Surya) and Chhathi Maiya for health, prosperity, and well-being.
1. 📅 Chhath Puja 2025 Dates
Chhath Puja spans four days with specific rituals each day. Here’s the schedule for 2025:
· Nahay-Khay (Day 1): october 25, 2025
· Kharna (Day 2): october 26, 2025
· Sandhya Arghya (Evening Offering) (Day 3): october 27, 2025
· Usha Arghya (Morning Offering) (Day 4): october 28, 2025
These dates follow the Hindu lunar calendar and may vary slightly depending on regional observances.
2. 🛁 Nahay-Khay – The Purification Ritual
· Devotees begin the festival by taking a holy dip in rivers or ponds.
· Only vegetarian and satvik food is consumed after purification.
· Houses are cleaned, and offerings are prepared for the next day.
3. 🍲 Kharna – The First Fasting Ritual
· Observed on the second day, devotees fast from sunrise to sunset.
· After sunset, a special meal of kheer (sweet rice) and puris is prepared and consumed.
· This meal marks the beginning of rigorous fasting for the next two days.
4. 🌅 sandhya Arghya – evening Offering
· On the third day, devotees stand in water at riverbanks or ponds to offer prayers to the setting sun.
· Offerings include fruits, thekua (traditional sweet), and bamboo baskets.
· This ritual is accompanied by devotional songs and chants.
5. 🌞 usha Arghya – Morning Offering
· The final day involves offering prayers to the rising sun.
· Devotees break their four-day fast after this ritual.
· The day is marked by family gatherings and distribution of prasad.
6. 🌏 Chhath Puja Beyond India
· indian communities in Nepal, Mauritius, the US, and the UK also celebrate Chhath Puja.
· Rituals remain similar, adapted to local rivers, ponds, or lakes.
Final Take
Chhath Puja 2025 is not just a festival; it’s a spiritual journey of devotion, discipline, and gratitude. From Nahay-Khay to usha Arghya, each day has a unique significance, making it one of India’s most vibrant and disciplined festivals.
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