Chhath Puja, celebrated in 2025 on October 26th to 28th, is a significant Hindu festival dedicated to the Sun God, Surya, and Chhathi Maiya, the Goddess of the Sun. Observed primarily in the Indian states of Bihar, Jharkhand, and Uttar Pradesh, it holds great importance for devotees who offer prayers and perform rituals to express gratitude for the blessings of life and seek divine favors.
During Chhath Puja, devotees observe a rigorous fast for 36 hours, abstaining from food and water. They offer prayers and make offerings to the rising and setting sun, paying homage to the life-sustaining power of the Sun God. The festival is a symbol of purity, devotion, and the renewal of life, and it brings together communities in a shared celebration of faith and tradition.
