Chhath Puja छठ पूजा
Ancient sun worship. Devotees offer Arghya to setting and rising sun.
Next dateSunday, 15 November 2026In 13 days
- Deity
- Surya
- Mantra
- ॐ सूर्याय नमः
Why it matters
One of the most ancient and rigorous Hindu festivals, dedicated to Surya. Devotees observe a 36-hour Nirjala fast and stand in water offering arghya to the setting and rising sun.
Fasting
36-hour Nirjala fast
Chhath Puja — Dates
- Sunday, 15 November 20262026
- Thursday, 4 November 20272027
- Monday, 23 October 20282028
- Sunday, 11 November 20292029
- Friday, 1 November 20302030
Dates are for India (IST). Tithi timings shift by location; the Tattva app works them out for your city.
Get a reminder before it comes
Tattva reminds you the day before, shows the day’s panchang and has the puja and mantra ready.
Greeting cards in Hindi and English are on your home screen a week before.
