What is Chhath puja and why is it celebrated six days after Diwali? Which deity is Chhathi maiya? What is it about Chhath that makes it so close to the Bihari heart?
Chhath Puja is one of India's oldest and most important holidays. It honours the Sun God (Surya) and his consort, Usha, who is the first light of dawn. Chhath Puja is a very strict ritual that is ...
The great festival Chhath is starting on November 5 with Nahai Khay. Chhath fast is considered very difficult, hence it is called Mahaparva. In this, women observe a waterless fast for a full 36 ...
Chhath Puja 2024: A festival dedicated to the Sun God, Chhath Puja is known by various names, such as Chhath Parva, Chhath, Chhathi, Dala Chhath, and Surya Shasthi, among others. However ...