June 8, 2024
Chhath Pooja 2025
October 27 - Sandhya Argh – Chhat Dala Evening puja October 28 - Suryodaya Argh – Chhath Dala Morning puja
Chhath Puja Calendar 2025
Chhath Puja 2025 dates as per Hindu calendar are:
- October 25 - Nahai Khai
- October 26 - Kharna
- October 27 - Sandhya Argh – Chhat Dala Evening puja
- October 28 - Suryodaya Argh – Chhath Dala Morning puja
Dedicated to Which God?
Chhath vrat is dedicated to Lord Surya (Sun), Agni (fire) and Lord Kartikeya or Muruga.
Why is Chhath Puja Observed?
People undertake this Vrat for the well being of the family. It is believed that people get their wishes fulfilled, if they observe Chhath Puja. There is a popular belief that worshiping Surya will help in curing diseases like leprosy and also ensure longevity and prosperity of the family. The fast is mainly kept by women, in many places men also join in the ritual and observe fast.During the Chhath puja devotees cook food with dry wood on new oven made of brick and soil and the cooked food is ‘Prasad’ or offerings to Sun God. Garlic and Onions are not used during Chhath period.