India, Nov. 13 -- Chhath Puja is one of the holy festivals of Hinduism, where devotees of Surya Dev and Chhathi Maiya come together. The unique aspect of Chhath Puja is the mythological story connected with it that speaks about a goddess granting a child to a king who did not have one and resurrecting him. Here is the narration of Chhathi Maiya and King Priyavrat.

Date, 4-Day Calendar, Arghya Timings and Rituals

Chhath Puja 2026 will be observed from November 13 to November 16, with the main Chhath Puja and Sandhya Arghya on November 15. The festival concludes with Usha Arghya and Parana on November 16.

- November 13, Friday - Nahay Khay: The four-day festival begins with purification rituals and the preparation of traditional satvik f...