Chhath Puja 2025: Today, October 25, Saturday, marks the beginning of the auspicious Chhath festival. The festival begins every year with “Nahay-Khay” on the Chaturthi Tithi of the Shukla Paksha (bright fortnight) of the Kartik month. On this day, devotees take a bath in the morning, purify their homes, and consume sattvik food. Nahay-Khay marks the beginning of the religious traditions of the Chhath festival, which continue for four consecutive days and conclude with the offering of Usha Arghya.
Chhath Puja 2025 Nahay Khay: First day of fast
During the Chhath festival, those observing the fast follow many rules and traditions prescribed in the scriptures. On the first day, Nahay-Khay, purity, restraint, and virtuous conduct hold special significance. It is believed that following the rules correctly on this day bestows the full benefits of the puja. Let us explore the essential rules to follow during Nahay-Khay, the first day of Chhath Puja.
Nahay Khay: Follow these rules on the day of Nahay Khay
* Clean the entire house, place of worship, and kitchen.
* Take a bath in the morning and keep the body clean.
* Wear new or clean clothes.
* After bathing, offer water to the Sun God.
* After cooking the food, first offer it to the Sun God.
* The food should be completely Satvik – do not take Tamasik items like garlic, onion, etc.
* Traditional food: pumpkin, bottle gourd, gram dal, and rice.
* The person observing the fast should eat the food first, then other family members should eat.
* The entire family should eat only Satvik food on this day.
* Maintain purity, devotion, and positivity.
Chhath Puja 2025 Calendar
First day: Nahai-Khai (October 25, Saturday)
Second day: Kharna Puja (October 26, Sunday)
Third day: Sandhya Arghya (October 27, Monday)
Fourth day: Usha Arghya (October 28, Tuesday)
Disclaimer: The information presented here is based on general beliefs, astrological calculations, calendars, and religious texts. PunjabKesari.com does not assume any responsibility for the completeness or accuracy of the information and facts presented.
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