Chhath Puja 2024: Know the dates, significance, and wishes to share on this Hindu festival

Chhath Puja is a traditional Hindu festival. This festival is especially celebrated in the Indian states of Bihar, Jharkhand, Eastern Uttar Pradesh, Kathmandu Valley, Delhi, Mumbai and Calcutta. It is one of the most significant Hindu festivals. This festival honours the Sun God (Surya dev) and Chhathi Maiya (Goddess Shashti). Celebrating this festival invokes blessings for good health, prosperity, and well-being. 

Chhath puja 2024 will be celebrated for 4 days. It will begin with Nahaye Khaye on 5^th November and conclude on 8^th November with Usha Arghya. This festival includes strict fasting, holy bathing, and worshiping Lord Sun.

During Chhath Puja, prayers are dedicated to Lord Surya. People follow a strict lifestyle of purity and discipline during the Chhath Puja. Devotees are seen keeping strict fasts without water for 36 hours. During the puja, offerings are presented to Lord Sun and Goddess Shashti. The offerings include fruits, sweets, thekua (a famous traditional sweet made with wheat flour) and other sweets prepared with care and cleanliness.

Chhath Puja 2024 dates:

• ·         5^th November 2024: Nahaye Khaye
• ·         6^th November 2024: Lohanda and Kharna
• ·         7^th November 2024: Chhath Puja and Sandhya Puja
• ·         8^th November 2024:  Parana Day and Usha Arghya

Chhath Puja Significance: 

The Sun God symbolizes life, energy, and growth in Hindu mythology. By worshipping God Surya during Chhath, devotees express their gratitude for all these blessings and acknowledge the energy that helps the lives to sustain on Earth. Goddess Shashti also known as Chhathi Maiya is the protector of children and goddess of health and prosperity. By celebrating Chhath Puja devotees cleanse their minds and bodies. Celebrating this festival promotes healing and brings inner peace.

Chhath Puja 2024 wishes:

• ·         May Chhathi Maiya bless you with happiness, health, and success. Wishing you and your family a blessed Chhath Puja!
• ·         On this auspicious occasion of Chhath Puja, may the Sun God and Chhathi Maiya bless you with strength, peace, and prosperity. Happy Chhath Puja 2024!
• ·         May the light of the setting and rising sun bring warmth, joy, and hope to you and your loved ones. Have a prosperous and blissful Chhath Puja!
• ·         As we pray to Surya Dev and Chhathi Maiya, may all your wishes come true, and may your family be blessed with love and togetherness. Happy Chhath Puja!
• ·         Wishing health, wealth, and happiness to you on this auspicious Chhath Puja. May the grace of Surya Dev shine brightly in your life!
• ·         Let us celebrate the glory of nature and the Sun God’s blessings. May Chhath Puja 2024 bring joy and peace to you and your family.