As Chhath Puja approaches, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called on people to share songs dedicated to the festival, promising to repost them to celebrate the occasion. In a post on X, Modi highlighted the cultural and spiritual significance of Chhath Puja, stating, “The grand festival dedicated to nature and culture is approaching. Devotees across Bihar and beyond are preparing with devotion. Songs for Chhathi Maiya enhance the divinity of this sacred occasion. Share your Chhath songs with me, and I’ll share them with the nation over the next few days.”

Chhath Puja, a revered Hindu festival, will be celebrated from Saturday to October 28, 2025. Primarily observed in Bihar, Jharkhand, eastern Uttar Pradesh, parts of Nepal, and among Indian diaspora communities worldwide, the four-day festival honors the Sun God and Chhathi Maiya. Devotees seek blessings for prosperity, health, and happiness through rituals rooted in purity, gratitude, and discipline.

With origins tracing back to the ancient Satyuga and Dwapara Yuga, Chhath Puja is one of the oldest known forms of Sun worship. The festival emphasizes a deep connection with nature, encouraging devotees to express gratitude for life-sustaining resources. Participants observe strict fasts, often abstaining from food and water for extended periods, to purify their body, mind, and soul while seeking divine blessings to dispel negativity and invite positivity.

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The festival unfolds over four days, each marked by distinct rituals:

• Day 1 – Nahai Khai: Devotees begin with a holy dip in a river or pond, symbolizing cleansing. They prepare offerings using vegetables and pulses, focusing on purity and sanctity to mark the start of the festival.

• Day 2 – Kharna: A rigorous fast is observed from sunrise to sunset. In the evening, devotees break their fast after offering jaggery, rice, and wheat to the deity. The prasad is shared with family and neighbors, fostering community bonds.

• Day 3 – Sandhya Arghya: Devotees gather at water bodies to offer prayers and ‘arghya’ to the setting Sun. Offerings include fruits, sugarcane, and prasad, symbolizing gratitude for the Sun’s role in sustaining life.

• Day 4 – Usha Arghya: The festival concludes with prayers to the rising Sun. Devotees break their fast after making offerings, signifying spiritual renewal. The prasad is distributed, strengthening community ties.

Chhath Puja embodies simplicity and devotion, with offerings like fruits, vegetables, and sweets representing nature’s bounty. The rituals, including fasting and prayers, reflect a commitment to spiritual cleansing and respect for the environment. By encouraging people to share Chhath songs, Modi aims to amplify the festival’s cultural resonance, uniting communities in celebration of this timeless tradition.

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