Chhath Puja 2025 is a four-day major Hindu festival celebrated in Bihar, Eastern Uttar Pradesh, and Nepal. This festival is dedicated to Lord Surya (the Sun God) and Chhathi Maiya, and involves offering 'Arghya' (a ritualistic offering) to the setting and rising sun. Devotees observe a fast without water, praying for the well-being of their children, prosperity of their family, and good health.
Chhath Puja 2025: Chhath Puja will be celebrated from October 25th to October 28th in Bihar, Eastern Uttar Pradesh, and parts of Nepal. This four-day festival is dedicated to Lord Surya and Chhathi Maiya, where devotees offer 'Arghya' to the setting and rising sun. During this period, devotees observe a fast without water, praying for the blessings of children, family happiness, and good health. A unique aspect of Chhath Puja is that it is the only festival in the world where the setting sun is also worshipped, and it serves as a socially and culturally unifying festival.
Religious Significance of Chhath Puja
Chhath Puja is an integral part of ancient Hindu tradition and is dedicated to Lord Surya and his sister Chhathi Maiya. This festival is celebrated with prayers for progeny, family well-being, and a bright future. Through this ritual, devotees express their gratitude towards nature and Lord Surya. During this time, adherence to practices such as sacred bathing, fasting without water, and offering 'Arghya' to the setting and rising sun is observed, fulfilling all desires.
Dates and Schedule for Chhath Puja 2025
The main celebration of Chhath Puja 2025 will be observed on October 27th with the evening 'Arghya' and on October 28th with the morning 'Arghya'. This four-day festival will commence on October 25th. The first day is 'Nahay-Khay', where devotees begin their fast by bathing in a river or water body and consuming sattvic food. The second day, October 26th, will be 'Kharna', during which a fast without water is observed, and the fast is broken after sunset by consuming a prasad (offering) of kheer (rice pudding) made with jaggery and roti (flatbread).
The third day, October 27th, will be 'Sandhya Arghya'. On this day, devotees observe a fast without water throughout the day and offer 'Arghya' to the setting sun while standing on the banks of a river or pond in the evening. The final day of the festival, October 28th, will be 'Usha Arghya', where devotees wake up early in the morning and offer 'Arghya' to the rising sun. Following this, the fast is concluded by offering raw milk and water, marking the end of Chhath Puja.
Chhath Puja is not just a religious ritual; it is also a festival that connects people with their families and society. This year, in 2025, may all devotees observe this festival with their faith and devotion and receive blessings from Lord Surya and Chhathi Maiya.
