Chhath Puja is one of the most sacred festivals in Hindu culture, depicting thankfulness to nature and the spiritual power of the Sun. Observed with unparalleled devotion in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, and surrounding areas, it depicts humanity’s intense bonding with the celestial forces that sustain life. The festival lasts for four days, combining religiousness, discipline, and chastity in each ritual ritualistically undertaken.
Chhath Puja 2025 Date & Time
In 2025, Chhath Puja falls between October 25 and October 28. The order of days starts with Nahay-Khaay on October 25 (Saturday), then Kharna on October 26 (Sunday), Sandhya Arghya on October 27 (Monday), and ends with Usha Arghya on October 28 (Tuesday).
Chhath Puja 2025 Usha Arghya Sunrise Time in Lucknow
At Lucknow, the Usha Arghya, i.e., the morning worship to the rising sun, will be observed on October 28, when the sun will rise at around 6:12 AM. Believers assemble on riverbanks or water bodies early in the morning, wading into knee-deep water to offer Thekua, fruits, and sugarcane, reciting mantras, as a tribute to the Sun God and Chhathi Maiya.
Chhath Puja 2025 Muhurat in Lucknow
Hindu Panchang suggests that the Shashthi Tithi starts on October 27 at 6:04 AM and ends on October 28 at 7:59 AM. The favourable window for Sandhya Arghya is the time of sunset at 6:27 PM, whereas the Usha Arghya coincides with the morning sunrise at 6:12 AM on the next day.
Chhath Puja 2025 Rituals in Lucknow
Around Lucknow, the devotees observe Chhath Puja with great devotion along the Gomti River, village tanks, and neighborhood ghats. The process includes purity, fasting and prayers done with a state of surrender. Transient ghats are prettily adorned with lamps, flowers and rangolis, diffusing a sacred ambiance.
Chhath Puja 2025 Puja Vidhi in Lucknow
The festival starts with Nahay-Khaay, when the devotees take a holy bath and make sattvik, pure food. On the following day, Kharna is the day when sweets such as roti and kheer are prepared. The 36-hour waterless fast then follows. Sandhya Arghya and Usha Arghya are offering prayers to the setting and rising Sun respectively, which is the peak of devotion and control.
What is Paran in Chhath Puja?
Paran is the ritual breaking of the fast following the morning Arghya on the last day. Devotees take sacred prasad like Thekua, fruits, and water to end the 36-hour austerity. This ritual completes the vow and the devotee’s expression of gratitude towards divine blessings.
Chhath Puja 2025 Paran Date
The Paran for Chhath Puja 2025 will be celebrated on Tuesday, October 28, after the morning Arghya. The family members go home after the ritual to enjoy prasad, and the celebration of the festival is concluded with wishes for prosperity and good health.
Spiritual Essence of Chhath Puja
Aside from rituals, Chhath reflects the principles of purity, thankfulness, and ecological harmony by revering the Sun the immortal source of energy and Chhathi Maiya, people seek power, health and cosmic harmony.
Why Chhath Puja Is Celebrated
Chhath Puja, or Surya Shashthi, is to thank Lord Surya for keeping life on Earth alive and providing energy to all creatures. Devotees repay the Sun by expressing gratitude for energy, praying for the well-being of their families, and showing respect for the divine rhythm of nature. The festival reminds people to live respectfully and gratefully for the energies that keep life going.
Disclaimer: The information provided is based on Hindu calendar estimates. Timings may vary regionally. Devotees should confirm with local authorities or pundits.
