Chhath Puja
Kannada
Chhath Puja
About Chhath Puja
Chhath Puja is dedicated to the Sun God Surya and is celebrated in the month of Kartik (October-November). It is one of the most important festivals in North India and is also celebrated in Karnataka.
Devotees observe a strict fast for four days, performing rituals at riverbanks and offering prayers to the rising and setting Sun.
The festival involves standing in water for long periods, offering arghya (water) to the Sun, and performing traditional songs and dances.
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
Devotees observe a strict fast for four days, performing rituals at riverbanks.
- Observe a strict fast for four days.
- Perform rituals at riverbanks during sunrise and sunset.
- Offer arghya (water) to the Sun God.
- Prepare and distribute traditional sweets.
Parana (Breaking Fast) Note: The fast is broken on the fourth day after the evening puja.
Puja Samagri & Ritual Steps
- Prepare the puja items and traditional sweets.
- Perform rituals at the riverbank during sunrise and sunset.
- Offer arghya to the Sun God with prayers.
- Distribute prasad to devotees.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
It is dedicated to the Sun God Surya, seeking blessings for health, prosperity, and the well-being of family members.
Note: All timings are represented in 24-hour notation in local time of the selected location with DST adjustment (if applicable).
Hours which are past midnight are suffixed with next day date. In Panchang, a day starts and ends with local sunrise.
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