Chhath Puja is one of the oldest and most sacred Hindu festivals celebrated to honor Lord Surya (the Sun God) and Chhathi Maiya, who is believed to be his sister. This festival is all about thanksgiving, purity, and deep devotion. People pray for good health, prosperity, and happiness for their families. Chhath Puja is mainly celebrated in Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, and Nepal, where devotees offer prayers to the rising and setting sun with great faith and love.
Chhath Puja 2025 Date & Rituals
Chhath Puja 2025 will be celebrated from October 26 to October 29, marking four days of deep devotion and purity. The festival includes four main rituals — Nahaay Khaay, Kharna, Sandhya Arghya, and Usha Arghya.
During these sacred days, devotees observe strict fasting, maintain cleanliness, and offer Arghya (prayers) to the setting and rising Sun God (Surya Dev), seeking blessings for health, happiness, and prosperity.
This divine celebration of Chhath Puja 2025 beautifully represents faith, discipline, and gratitude towards nature’s life-giving energy — the Sun.
History and Significance
The history of Chhath Puja dates back to ancient times, mentioned even in the Rigveda and Mahabharata. It is believed that Karna, the son of Surya Dev, was the first to perform this puja. The rituals are performed to thank the Sun God for sustaining life on earth and to seek blessings for health, prosperity, and happiness.
Where is Chhath Puja celebrated?
Chhath Puja is most grandly celebrated on the banks of rivers and ponds in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, and Nepal, where devotees gather to offer prayers during sunrise and sunset. In recent years, it has gained popularity in metro cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Kolkata, where communities come together to celebrate.
Why Chhath Puja is Important
Chhath Puja symbolizes faith, discipline, and ecological harmony. The rituals promote cleanliness, water conservation, and spiritual well-being, making it not only a religious event but also an environmental celebration.
