Chhath Puja 2024 is a vibrant Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Surya (the Sun God) and Chhathi Maiya, his consort. This unique celebration honors both the rising and setting sun, offering thanks for nature’s abundance. Widely observed in regions like Jharkhand, Eastern UP, and Bihar, Chhath Puja spans seven days in the Kartik month and is marked by deep devotion and spirituality.
This year, it falls in November, reflecting the steadfast faith of devotees. The festival highlights the sun’s life-sustaining energy and the importance of nature. Through rituals, prayers, and offerings, worshippers seek blessings for prosperity, health, and well-being. Chhath Puja’s significance transcends regional boundaries, symbolizing a universal appreciation for nature’s beauty and the sun’s vital role in life.
Read key details about the date and rituals of Chhath Puja below.
Chhath Puja 2024
Diwali was celebrated with great enthusiasm across India on October 31, and now people are eagerly preparing for Chhath Mahaparv. While Chhath Puja is celebrated throughout the country, it holds special significance in Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal. As this four-day festival nears, many are keen to know the exact dates and rituals involved.
Astrologer and Vastu expert Rakesh Chaturvedi explains that Chhath Puja occurs from Chaturthi to Saptami Tithi of the Shukla Paksha in the Kartik month. The Mahaparv begins with the ritual of Nahai-Khai, followed by Kharna on the second day. On the third day, devotees stand in rivers to offer Arghya to the Sun at sunset. On the fourth day, they again offer Arghya, this time to the rising sun.
The evening Arghya is given on Shashthi Tithi, and the morning Arghya on Saptami Tithi, bringing the festival to a close. During this time, devotees observe a strict 36-hour waterless fast.
According to mythology, worshipping Chhathi Maiya brings blessings of health, happiness, prosperity, and the well-being of children.
Chhath Puja 2024 Date
This year, Chhath Puja 2024 will be observed on Thursday, 7th November 2024. The Shashti Tithi begins at 12:41 AM on 7th November and ends at 12:34 AM on 8th November 2024.
Chhath Puja 2024 Shubh Muhurat
Check a detailed schedule for Chhath Puja 2024, including the dates, events, sunrise and sunset times, and corresponding Tithi:
| Chhath Puja 2024 Shubh Muhurat | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date | Event | Sunrise Time | Sunset Time | Tithi |
| 5th November 2024 | Nahay Khay | 06:15 AM | 05:52 PM | Chaturthi |
| 6th November 2024 | Kharna | 06:15 AM | 05:51 PM | Panchami |
| 7th November 2024 | Sandhya Arghya | 06:15 AM | 05:51 PM | Shashthi |
| 8th November 2024 | Usha Arghya | 06:16 AM | 05:51 PM | Saptami |
Chhath Puja 2024 Significance
Chhath Puja is a revered and ancient Indian festival with roots in Hindu epics like the Ramayana and Mahabharata. This festival celebrates the harmony between humans and nature. According to legend, Lord Rama and Goddess Sita observed Chhath Puja after returning from their 14-year exile, seeking blessings from the sun god.
Similarly, Draupadi, the wife of the Pandavas, performed this ritual in the Mahabharata era, praying for victory and prosperity, which the Pandavas ultimately achieved.
Today, Chhath Puja holds immense significance as devotees worship the sun god, Lord Surya, and Chhathi Maiya, the goddess of dawn. They offer ‘argha’ (water) to the rising and setting sun, expressing gratitude for nature’s vital energy. This ritual symbolizes respect for the sun’s life-giving power and seeks blessings for family, children, and prosperity.
Observing Chhath Puja is believed to help overcome challenges and bring well-being. By honoring this ancient tradition, followers reconnect with nature, strengthening their spiritual bond with the environment and seeking divine guidance.
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Chhath Puja 2024 FAQs
Q.1. When is Chhath Puja 2024 observed?
Ans. Chhath Puja 2024 will be observed from November 5 to November 8, with Sandhya Arghya on November 7 and Usha Arghya on November 8.
Q.2. What are the key rituals of Chhath Puja?
Ans. Key rituals include Nahai-Khai, Kharna, Sandhya Arghya (offering to the setting sun), and Usha Arghya (offering to the rising sun), along with a 36-hour waterless fast.
Q.3. Why is Chhath Puja significant?
Ans. Chhath Puja is significant for worshipping the sun god, symbolizing gratitude for sunlight’s life-giving energy and seeking blessings for health, prosperity, and the well-being of family and children.
Q.4. In which regions is Chhath Puja widely celebrated?
Ans. Chhath Puja is widely observed in Bihar, Jharkhand, Eastern Uttar Pradesh, and parts of West Bengal, although it’s celebrated across India.
Q.5. What is the meaning of ‘Arghya’ in Chhath Puja?
Ans. ‘Arghya’ is the offering of water to the sun, symbolizing reverence and gratitude, performed at sunset on Shashthi Tithi and at sunrise on Saptami Tithi.
