India, Nov. 15 -- Chhath Puja is not just a four-day celebration of faith and devotion; it is also a festival deeply connected with Bihar's traditional food culture. In 2026, the festival will be observed from November 13 to 16, bringing families together to prepare sacred offerings for Surya Dev and Chhathi Maiya. From jaggery-based sweets to seasonal fruits and simple homemade meals, food plays an important role in the celebrations. Here are 10 traditional Bhojpuri dishes and offerings that add flavour and cultural significance to Chhath Puja.

Thekua, Rasiya Kheer and Other Traditional Sweets

Thekua holds a special place among Chhath offerings. Prepared with wheat flour, jaggery, ghee and sometimes fennel seeds, this crispy homemade s...