Chaiti Chhath, which is also called Chaitra Chhath, Surya Shashti, or Dala Puja, is a Hindu festival that spans four days and is a tribute to the Sun God (Surya) and his wife, Usha, who is also known as Chhathi Maiya. This festival is a time for people to express their gratitude for the blessings these deities bestow. It’s primarily celebrated in Bihar, Jharkhand, the eastern parts of Uttar Pradesh, certain areas of Madhya Pradesh, and a few regions in Nepal.
In 2025, the celebration of Chaiti Chhath will take place from April 1st to April 4th. This festival signifies the start of the new harvest season and involves a variety of unique rituals that are carried out with profound devotion.
Dates of Chaiti Chhath Puja 2025
| Date | Event |
| Apr 1, 2025 | Nahay-Khay |
| Apr 2, 2025 | Kharna |
| Apr 3, 2025 | Sandhya Arghya |
| Apr 4, 2025 | Usha Arghya (Paran) |
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Shubh Timings for Chaiti Chhath Puja 2025
| Date | Event | Details |
| April 1, 2025 | Nahay-Khay | Vratis take a Sankalp for the festival and consume Arwa rice, Chana dal, and Lauki vegetable. |
| April 2, 2025 | Kharna | Special Prasad of jaggery and rice Kheer is prepared and consumed in the evening. |
| Shashthi Tithi begins at 11:49 PM on April 2, 2025, and ends at 9:41 PM on April 3, 2025. | ||
| April 3, 2025 | Sandhya Arghya | Vratis take a Sankalp for the festival and consume Arwa rice, Chana dal, and Lauki vegetables. |
| April 4, 2025 | Usha Arghya | Vratis offer Arghya to the rising Sun and conclude the fast. Sunrise is at 6:08 AM. |
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Things to do on Chaiti Chhath Puja
Nahay Khay (Day 1)
- Holy bath in a river or water body.
- Clean the house and surroundings.
- Consume a single, pure meal.
Kharna (Day 2)
- Observe a day-long fast without water.
- Evening meal of kheer (rice pudding) and roti.
Sandhya Arghya (Day 3)
- Prepare offerings (prasada).
- Offer Arghya (water and offerings) to the setting sun while standing in water.
- Singing of Chhath songs.
Usha Arghya (Day 4)
- Offer Arghya to the rising sun.
- Break the fast (Parana).
- Distribute Prasada.
Things Not to do on Chaiti Chhath Puja
- Do not touch puja items without washing your hands or after touching unclean things.
- Do not wear dirty clothes during the rituals.
- Not allow any form of uncleanliness in the preparation of prasad.
- Do not consume non-vegetarian food.
- Do not consume alcohol or tobacco.
- Avoid eating salty foods while preparing prasad.
- Do not eat onion or garlic.
- Do not eat or taste the prasad before it is offered.
- Mishandle the prasad.
- Avoid negative thoughts and actions.
- Do not disrespect the environment, especially water bodies.
- Do not use impure utensils when preparing the offerings.
- Do not break the fast prematurely.
- If fasting, ensure you are physically able to do so.
