Chhath Puja, also known as Surya Shashti, is a bathing festival followed by a four-day period of abstinence and ritual purity. Chhath Puja is a four-day long strict and spiritual observance. The first day of the Chhath Puja includes taking a dip in the holy river/any water body.

Feb 20, 2025 · Chhath Puja is celebrated in Bihar to worship Lord Sun (Surya) and his wife Chhathi Maiya (Usha) and thank them for all the blessings they have showered on one’s life. It is not just a festival; Chhath Puja holds mythological and cultural significance to the people of Bihar.

6 days ago · Chhath Puja is one of the most important festivals celebrated in Bihar and other parts of North India, especially in Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, and parts of Nepal. The festival, dedicated to the worship of Lord Surya (the Sun God) , has been celebrated for centuries and is known for its strict rituals and fasting.

An ancient Hindu festival, dedicated to Lord Surya and Chhathi Maiya (known to be the sister of Surya), Chhath Puja is unique to the states of Bihar, Jharkhand, Eastern Uttar Pradesh and the country of Nepal.

Nov 8, 2024 · Chhath Puja is a four-day elaborate celebration in honour of the Sun. It involves a long fast without water, and making offerings to Usha and Pratyusha — the light of the rising and the setting Sun respectively — while standing in a water body.

5 days ago · Chaiti Chhath Puja, celebrated with fervour in Bihar, Jharkhand, and Uttar Pradesh, spans four days, beginning on the fourth day of the Chaitra month’s Shukla Paksha and concluding on the seventh day. The festival is dedicated to worshipping the Sun God and Chhathi Maiya, with devotees observing rigorous fasts and performing rituals to ...

Nov 6, 2024 · Chhat Puja is an ancient Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Surya and Chhati Maya (known as Surya’s sister). It is unique in the states of Bihar, Jharkhand, East Uttar Pradesh, and the state of Nepal.

Feb 2, 2024 · In the heartland of Bihar, the rhythmic chants, the vibrant hues, and the serene riverbanks bear witness to a celestial celebration – Chhath Puja. This ancient Hindu festival, dedicated to the Sun God and nature’s bounty, transforms the landscapes of Bihar into a captivating tapestry of devotion, rituals, and communal harmony.

Nov 7, 2024 · Chhath Puja of Bihar is a profound celebration that unites people across socio-economic divides, honouring the Sun god through rituals that emphasise simplicity, purity and a deep connection to nature. In the heartland of Bihar, …

Chhath Puja is a Hindu festival that is celebrated primarily in the Indian states of Bihar, Jharkhand, and Uttar Pradesh, as well as in the Terai region of Nepal. It is also called Dala Puja. The festival is dedicated to the Sun God, Surya, and his wife Usha (also known as Chhathi Maiya). The word “Chhath” is derived from the word “sixth”.