As the setting sun is worshipped, millions of people gather at the banks of the Ganga Ghat for the annual celebration of Chhath Puja. While it is traditionally celebrated in the Kartik month, some regions in India also observe the festival during Chaitra. Chhath Puja involves strict rituals and fasting for four days to express gratitude to Lord Surya for sustaining life on Earth. The festival is predominantly celebrated in Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, and parts of Nepal, as well as by diaspora communities from these regions.
Chhath Puja, also known as the festival of devotion, begun on November 5 this year with the first day marked as Nahay-Khay. As the festival is celebrated for the prosperity of children, astrologer and Vastu expert Rakesh Chaturvedi sheds light on the rituals performed during this grand event. The festival also involves a 36-hour fast where devotees offer Arghya to the rising and setting sun on different days, making it a spiritual and physically enduring experience. The blog also mentions the auspicious timings of various rituals and the traditional satvik food consumed by fasting devotees.
As the sacred festival of Chhath Puja draws near, devotees are eagerly awaiting the timings of the evening Arghya ceremony on November 7, 2024. The ritual, which symbolizes gratitude, is performed at sunset and varies for different cities. This article provides the exact timings for cities in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Chhattisgarh, but also cautions readers to seek expert advice before implementing any beliefs or information discussed.
As the festival of Chhath Puja approaches, people in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, and other parts of India are gearing up to worship Surya Dev and seek blessings from Shashthi Mata. Dedicated to the worship of the Sun God, the festival holds significance in bringing health, prosperity, and happiness in one's life. To mark this auspicious occasion, we have compiled a collection of Happy Chhath Puja images, wishes, and messages to share with your loved ones. So, let's spread positivity and celebrate the festival with joy and devotion.
In preparation for the upcoming Chhath Puja festival, various states in India have declared school holidays from November 7. This Hindu festival dedicated to the Sun God and Chhathi Maiya is celebrated for four days, where women devotees participate in various rituals. In addition to school holidays, banks will also be closed in certain states, providing an opportunity for the Purvanchal community to celebrate the festival with great enthusiasm.
Chhath Puja, one of the most important festivals in Hinduism, is a four-day celebration that holds deep spiritual significance. This festival, originally celebrated in Bihar, Jharkhand, and eastern Uttar Pradesh, has now spread across various Indian states and even overseas. Legend has it that even deities like Mata Sita and Lord Rama observed this fast and worshipped Surya (the Sun God). Chhath Puja is a celebration that honors nature and traditions deeply rooted in spirituality.