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What is the shubh muhurat for Chhath Puja 2026?
The shubh muhurat for Chhath Puja 2026 is 15th Nov 06:44 am - 16th Nov 06:52 am. The tithi runs from 11:23 PM on Nov 15 to 6:52 AM on Nov 16.
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What is Chhath Puja 2026?
Dedicated to the Sun God (Surya) and his wife Usha.
Significance of Chhath Puja 2026
Chhath Puja is a sacred celebration dedicated to Surya, the Sun God, and his consort Usha. It honors life-sustaining energy, water, and gratitude for the gifts of nature. The festival emphasizes purity, self-control, humility, and service to family and community. Devotees cleanse body and surroundings, fast with discipline, and offer prayers at riverbanks or lakes with reverence. 🙏🌅
Chhath Puja 2026 Date, Muhurat and Timing
| Title | Value |
|---|---|
| Tithi | Shashthi (Kartika Krishna Paksha) |
| Nakshatra | Pushya to Anuradha regionally; varies by locale |
| Sunrise | Approximately 6:15 AM (local variation) |
| Sunset | Approximately 5:32 PM (local variation) |
| Prayers during Sandhya Arghya after sunset | |
| Date | Late Oct–Nov 2026 (regional dates vary) |
Traditions & Rituals of Chhath Puja 2026
- Nahai Khay: devotees take a purifying bath and cleanse the home and kitchen before starting rituals, signaling a fresh spiritual start. 🛁
- Ghats and Arghya: families build a simple bamboo platform or altar near water, adorned with rangoli, lamps, and flowers. 🌼🪔
- Dawn and Dusk Offerings: Surya Arghya is presented with water, fruits, and sesame laddoos while songs fill the air. The mood is calm and devotional.
- Fasting and Prasad: many observers fast for the day and distribute prasadam after Arghya as a sign of sharing blessings.
Remedies to Perform on Chhath Puja 2026
- Action: Take a holy bath at dawn and chant Surya mantras.
Benefit: Cleanses body and invites divine blessings. - Action: Prepare pure prasad with simple ingredients and share with family and neighbors.
Benefit: Cultivates generosity and community harmony. - Action: Keep the puja space clean and organized; minimize distractions.
Benefit: Supports focus, peace, and reverence during worship.
Mantras & Chants on Chhath Puja 2026
Om Surya Namah — Recited at dawn to honor the Sun God and invite gratitude.
Om Aditya Namah — Repeated at dusk to invite life energy, light, and clarity.
Fasting Rules & Food Guidelines on Chhath Puja 2026
- Follow Nahai Khay traditions and fast with pure vegetarian meals only.
- Avoid salt, onions, garlic, and heavy spices during the fasting period.
- Break the fast with prasadam after Surya Arghya; keep the setting clean and peaceful.
Dos and Don’ts on Chhath Puja 2026
Do’s
- Do take an early, clean bath and purify the home and altar.
- Do offer Arghya to Surya with devotion at sunrise and sunset.
- Do keep the environment calm, respectful, and hygienic during all rituals.
Don’ts
- Don’t eat food after sunset on fasting days unless specified by family tradition.
- Don’t waste water or pollute rivers, lakes, or ponds near the puja site.
- Don’t carry non-pure leather goods or impure items into the puja area.
"Om Hreem Lord Suryaayai Namah"
Invokes the protective grace of Lord Surya and clarity of mind.
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