Chhath Puja 2025: Date, Rituals, and Significance
Chhath Puja 2025 is one of the most sacred Hindu festivals celebrated with deep devotion and purity. Dedicated to Lord Surya (Sun God) and Chhathi Maiya, this festival symbolizes gratitude, faith, and the bond between humans and nature. It is mainly observed in Bihar, Jharkhand, Eastern Uttar Pradesh, and Nepal, and now celebrated with great enthusiasm across India and abroad.
🗓 Chhath Puja 2025 Date and Calendar
Chhath Puja is a four-day festival observed in the month of Kartik (October–November). In 2025, the festival will be celebrated from 25th October to 28th October.
Here’s the detailed schedule for Chhath Puja 2025:
- Day 1 – Nahay Khay (25 October 2025, Saturday)
The first day marks the beginning of Chhath Puja. Devotees take a holy bath in rivers or ponds and prepare pure vegetarian food, avoiding onion and garlic. It signifies cleansing of the body and mind. - Day 2 – Kharna (26 October 2025, Sunday)
On this day, devotees observe a strict fast that ends after sunset. The evening prasad includes jaggery kheer, roti, and fruits, which are shared with family and neighbors. - Day 3 – Sandhya Arghya (27 October 2025, Monday)
This is the most important day of the festival. Devotees gather near rivers, ponds, or lakes to offer Arghya (water offerings) to the setting sun. The scene of thousands of lamps and devotional songs creates a divine atmosphere. - Day 4 – Usha Arghya & Parana (28 October 2025, Tuesday)
The final day begins before sunrise when devotees offer Arghya to the rising sun, praying for health, happiness, and prosperity. After the morning ritual, the fast is broken with prasad, marking the end of the festival.
🌅 Significance of Chhath Puja
Chhath Puja holds deep spiritual and scientific meaning. The word Chhath means “sixth,” referring to the sixth day of the lunar month of Kartik. The festival celebrates the Sun God as the eternal source of life and energy.
Devotees express gratitude to nature and seek blessings for the well-being of their families. The rituals emphasize purity, discipline, and devotion, connecting the human spirit with the divine power of the Sun.
🪔 Rituals and Traditions
Each ritual during Chhath Puja carries profound symbolism:
- Nahay Khay: Cleansing of body and mind to prepare for fasting.
- Kharna: Practicing self-control and simplicity.
- Sandhya Arghya: Offering thanks to the setting sun for sustaining life.
- Usha Arghya: Greeting the rising sun and beginning anew with blessings.
The prasad items such as Thekua, jaggery kheer, fruits, and sugarcane are prepared with devotion and offered during the rituals.
🌍 Cultural Importance
Chhath Puja is not just a religious festival but a community celebration. It brings together people from all walks of life in prayer and song. From the ghats of Patna, Gaya, and Varanasi to cities like Delhi and Gurgaon, the spirit of Chhath Puja unites families and friends.
The sight of glowing diyas floating on water, traditional folk songs, and devotees standing in rivers during sunset and sunrise is a heartwarming spectacle that showcases India’s spiritual beauty.
✅ Tips for Observing Chhath Puja 2025
- Wear simple, traditional attire and maintain cleanliness during rituals.
- Prepare prasad with full devotion, avoiding processed or packaged items.
- Visit ghats early to avoid crowds and ensure safety near water.
- Maintain silence and respect during Arghya offerings.
- Involve children in rituals to pass on cultural values.
🙏 Conclusion
Chhath Puja 2025 will be celebrated from 25th to 28th October, marking four days of purity, devotion, and gratitude. It reminds us of the power of discipline, the importance of nature, and the value of togetherness.
As the golden sun rises and sets during these holy days, may Lord Surya and Chhathi Maiya bless you and your family with good health, happiness, and prosperity.
Happy Chhath Puja 2025! 🌞
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