Chhath Puja, one of the most revered Hindu festivals, is dedicated to Lord Surya (the Sun God) and Chhathi Maiya. Widely celebrated across Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, and West Bengal, the four-day festival typically falls six days after Diwali — in October or November. Also known as Pratihar, Dala Chhath, Chhathi, or Surya Shashthi, the festival is primarily observed by women who undertake fasting rituals for the well-being of their sons and the prosperity of their families.

In 2025, Chhath Puja will be observed from Saturday, October 25, to Tuesday, October 28 , with each day holding deep spiritual meaning:

Day 1 – Nahay Khay (October 25, Saturday):

Devotees begin the festival with a sacred bath, traditionally in a river, followed by a single pure meal marking th

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