Chhath Puja 2024: Kharna Date, Time, Rituals & Significance

Chhath Puja is an ancient Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Surya, the Sun God, celebrated with immense devotion, especially in Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, and parts of Nepal.  This year Kharna Chhath Puja will be observed on Wednesday, November 6, 2024. It honours Surya, the deity believed to bring prosperity, vitality, and spiritual well-being.

Chhath Puja Day 2: Kharna Rituals

• Devotees observe a strict fast from sunrise to sunset without drinking even a drop of water.


• After sunset, they prepare a meal as an offering to Lord Surya, which usually consists of rice pudding (kheer) made with jaggery, rice, and chapati (unleavened bread).


• This meal, shared with friends and family, is called prasad and symbolises the breaking of the fast.

The four-day Chhath Puja rituals are a blend of self-discipline, devotion, and the worship of nature’s forces. Lord Surya, associated with health, prosperity, and balance in Hindu tradition, is believed to bless his devotees with a peaceful and prosperous life. Chhath Puja also holds great ecological significance, as the festival highlights the importance of preserving water resources and honouring natural elements.

Chhath Puja represents a deep connection between humans and nature, where the Sun God is worshipped as the source of all life. The rituals, particularly Kharna and the Arghya offerings, reflect the purity and humility of the devotees. With its roots in ancient tradition and ecological harmony, Chhath Puja remains a vibrant celebration of faith, discipline, and gratitude.

This year, as devotees celebrate Chhath Puja on November 6, 2024, they will continue to seek blessings for well-being, unity, and the protection of future generations, honouring a festival that has been passed down through generations with unchanging fervour and reverence.