Chhath Puja 2025 Schedule: Complete Timings for Nahaye-Khaye, Kharna, and Surya Arghya

G GOWTHAM
Chhath Puja, one of the most revered festivals in India, is dedicated to Lord surya (Sun God) and nature. Celebrated mainly in Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, and parts of Nepal, this four-day festival is known for its unique rituals, strict fasting, and devotion. Chhath Puja is observed to thank the sun God for sustaining life on Earth and seek blessings for health, prosperity, and well-being.

🔹 Chhath Puja 2025 Dates & Timings

Day

Ritual

Date (2025)

Timing

Day 1

Nahay-Khaye (Holy bath & first meal)

Nov 1, 2025

Morning (exact time depends on local sunrise)

Day 2

Kharna (Fasting & evening prasad)

Nov 2, 2025

Evening, after sunset

Day 3

Sandhya Arghya (Evening offering to sun God)

Nov 3, 2025

Sunset timings vary by location

Day 4

Usha Arghya / Bihaniya Arghya (Morning offering & breaking fast)

Nov 4, 2025

Sunrise (check local timings)

Note: Timings may vary slightly depending on your city. Devotees should refer to local panchang or trusted sources for precise timing.

🔹 Day-Wise Rituals of Chhath Puja

1. Nahay-Khaye (Day 1)

· Devotees take a holy dip in rivers or water bodies.

· After the bath, they consume simple vegetarian meals, usually including rice, dal, and fruits.

· Marks the beginning of the four-day fast.

2. Kharna (Day 2)

· Devotees observe a 24-hour fast without water.

· After sunset, a special prasad of jaggery, rice pudding (kheer), and fruits is prepared.

· This prasad is consumed only after performing rituals and fasting till the evening.

3. Sandhya Arghya (Day 3)

· Devotees gather near rivers, ponds, or lakes for evening offerings to the sun God.

· Arghya involves offering water, fruits, and traditional items while standing in water.

· Devotees sing traditional Chhath songs and perform rituals in groups.

4. Usha Arghya / Bihaniya Arghya (Day 4)

· The morning offering marks the culmination of the festival.

· Devotees again stand in water and offer fruits, flowers, and water to the rising sun.

· The fast is broken only after completing this final ritual, signifying devotion and gratitude.

🔹 Important Points for Devotees

· Fasting Rules: Many observe a strict fast without food and water, while some opt for partial fasting.

· Eco-Friendly Practices: Use natural materials for offerings and avoid plastic.

· Cleanliness: Ensure the place of worship is clean; riversides are preferred.

· Prayers & Songs: Traditional Chhath songs enhance the spiritual experience.

🔹 Conclusion

Chhath Puja is not just a festival; it’s a ritual of gratitude, discipline, and devotion. Observing the Nahaye-Khaye, Kharna, and Arghya timings correctly ensures the spiritual essence of the festival is maintained. Whether at home or on the riverbank, Chhath Puja brings communities together in reverence for nature and the sun God.

 

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