Chhath Puja is one of the most ancient and deeply observed festivals in the eastern plains of India, especially Bihar, Jharkhand, and parts of Uttar Pradesh and Nepal. The festival revolves around offering arghya (water and prayers) to the Sun God (Surya) and Chhathi Maiya. Cleanliness, purity of ingredients, and careful preparation make the ritual…
Chhath Puja is one of the most sacred and ancient Hindu festivals dedicated to the SunGod (Surya Dev) and Chhathi Maiya. It is mainly celebrated in the Indian states of Bihar, Jharkhand, Eastern Uttar Pradesh, andNepal’s Terai region. The festival expresses gratitude to the Sun for sustaining life on Earth and seeks blessings for prosperity,…
If you’ve never heard of Chhath Puja, picture this: tens of thousands of people standing barefoot at riverbanks before sunrise and sunset, offering folded hands and simple prasad (offerings) to the Sun — no idols, no fireworks, no loud processions — just silence, songs and devotion. That scene captures the heart of Chhath, a four-day…