Chhath Puja 2025 Sandhya Arghya is observed today, October 27, 2025. Devotees across Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh and other states gather at ghats and water bodies to offer the evening Surya Arghya, it is a sacred ritual seeking prosperity, health and the blessings of Chhathi Maiya.
Chhath Puja 2025: Key Muhurat & Timings
| Event | Date and Time |
| Chhath Puja | Monday, October 27, 2025 |
| Sunrise | 06:30 AM |
| Sunset (Sandhya Arghya) | 05:40 PM |
| Shashthi Tithi Begins | 06:04 AM on Oct 27, 2025 |
| Shashthi Tithi Ends | 07:59 AM on Oct 28, 2025 |
City-wise Sandhya Arghya (Sunset Timings)
| City | Sunset Time |
|---|---|
| Delhi | 5:40 PM |
| Noida | 5:40 PM |
| Ghaziabad | 5:39 PM |
| Gurgaon | 5:41 PM |
| Lucknow | 5:27 PM |
| Patna | 5:12 PM |
| Gaya | 5:13 PM |
| Gorakhpur | 5:18 PM |
| Ranchi | 5:13 PM |
| Jamshedpur | 5:11 PM |
| Kolkata | 5:04 PM |
| Agra | 5:38 PM |
| Bhopal | 5:45 PM |
| Indore | 5:42 PM |
| Mumbai | 6:08 PM |
| Bengaluru | 5:55 PM |
| Chennai | 5:44 PM |
If your city is not listed, use the local sunset time, begin Sandhya Arghya at official sunset and complete within the pradosh/acceptable muhurat.
Why Sandhya Arghya Matters?
Sandhya Arghya is the third and most significant day of the four-day Chhath festival. Performed at sunset while standing waist-deep in water, the offering symbolises humility, gratitude and renewal. By worshipping the setting Sun, devotees acknowledge life’s cycles and seek strength for the days ahead.
Spiritual Meaning of Sandhya Arghya
Sandhya Arghya is a direct dialogue with nature’s energy. The Sun, revered in Vedic tradition as the source of vitality and success, is worshipped to express gratitude for life’s blessings. The ritual teaches resilience: each sunset is followed by a new dawn.
Step-by-Step Arghya Vidhi (How to Offer Sandhya Arghya)
- Stand facing the setting Sun in a clean water body (or use a clean vessel at home).
- Hold a soop (bamboo basket) containing offerings: seasonal fruits, sugarcane, thekua, flowers and a lit diya.
- Slowly pour water and a little milk into the river or vessel while chanting: "Om Suryaya Namaha."
- Fold hands and pray for health, prosperity and family well-being. Women observing the fast break it only after completing this ritual.
- Conclude with a silent moment of gratitude and, if possible, sing or listen to Chhath songs and bhajans.
If a ghat is unavailable, devotees can perform the ritual at home with collected, clean water - sincerity of devotion matters most.
Surya Mantras & Chants
Common mantra to recite while offering Arghya: “Om Suryaya Namaha”. Devotees may also chant traditional Chhath hymns and local folk songs to accompany the ritual.
Practical Tips for Devotees
- Reach the ghat early to secure space and observe safety protocols.
- Wear comfortable clothing suitable for standing in water; keep children and elderly under supervision.
- Respect local guidelines and avoid disturbing fellow devotees during prayers.
- Carry biodegradable offerings and maintain cleanliness at the ghat.
Chhath Puja 2025 Sandhya Arghya is a ceremony of purity, gratitude and hope. Whether at a crowded ghat or at home, offering the evening Arghya with devotion reaffirms faith in life’s renewal and the protection of Chhathi Maiya.
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