When Is Chhath Puja 2025? Check Complete Schedule, Rituals & Auspicious Timings

Chhath Puja 2025 is one of the most sacred Hindu festivals dedicated to Lord Surya (Sun God) and his consort Usha. Celebrated with immense devotion in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, and parts of Nepal, this festival honours the Sun God for sustaining life on Earth. Devotees pray for prosperity, health, and happiness through fasting, prayers, and ritual offerings.

According to Drik Panchang, Chhath Puja 2025 will be observed from October 25 to October 28, spanning four spiritually significant days.

Chhath Puja 2025: Important Dates and Timings

• Chhath Puja Date: Monday, October 27, 2025
• Sunrise on Chhath Puja: 06:27 AM
• Sunset on Chhath Puja: 05:37 PM
• Shashthi Tithi Begins: 30:04+ on October 26, 2025
• Shashthi Tithi Ends: 07:59 on October 28, 2025

Why Chhath Puja Is Celebrated

Chhath Puja, also known as Surya Shashti, is devoted to Lord Surya, the god of energy and life force. Worshipping the Sun God is believed to bring health, success, and prosperity. Devotees offer thanks for sunlight, which sustains all life, and pray for the well-being of their families.

The festival is unique for its strict fasting rituals and eco-friendly practices, emphasizing cleanliness, devotion, and natural offerings.

Other Names for Chhath Puja

Across India and Nepal, Chhath Puja is known by several names, including: