Chhath Puja 2026: Dates, Rituals, Fasting, and Traditional Offerings Explained
Chhath Puja 2026, observed from November 13 to 16, is a four-day Hindu festival dedicated to Surya Dev and Chhathi Maiya, celebrated mainly in Bihar, Jharkhand, eastern Uttar Pradesh, and parts of Nepal. Devotees perform rituals including ritual bathing, fasting—especially the 36-hour Nirjala fast—and offerings to the setting and rising Sun. Traditional prasad like Thekua, a deep-fried sweet made from wheat flour, jaggery, and ghee, is prepared as part of the celebrations. The festival emphasizes devotion, gratitude, and family well-being.
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news18 broke this story on 12 Nov, 04:16 am. Other outlets followed.