Chhath Puja is an important Hindu festival dedicated to Surya Dev, the Sun God, and Chhathi Maiya. Traditionally celebrated by families from Bihar, Jharkhand, eastern Uttar Pradesh, and nearby regions, the festival is known for its four-day observance, traditional prasad, devotional songs, and offerings made to the setting and rising Sun. For Indian families living […]
Chhath Puja is a Hindu festival dedicated to Surya Dev, the Sun God, and Chhathi Maiya. Devotees express gratitude for life, nature, and the energy that sustains the world through prayers, fasting, and offerings made at sunset and sunrise. For Indian families in the USA, Chhath Puja 2026 is also an opportunity to reconnect with […]
Chhath Puja is one of the most meaningful festivals for people from Bihar, Jharkhand, eastern Uttar Pradesh, and other parts of India. Celebrated in devotion to Surya Dev and Chhathi Maiya, the festival brings families together through fasting, prayers, traditional offerings, and the evening and morning Arghya rituals. However, Indians living in the United States […]
By Sadhana Shop Editorial Team Chhath Puja is one of the most meaningful Hindu festivals dedicated to Surya Dev and Chhathi Maiya. One of its most important rituals is Usha Arghya, when devotees offer prayers to the rising Sun early in the morning. For Indian families celebrating Chhath Puja in the United States, knowing the […]
By Sadhana Shop Editorial Team Celebrating Chhath Puja in an apartment in the USA may seem challenging, especially when traditional rituals are usually performed near rivers, ponds, and other water bodies. However, families living in apartments can still observe this beautiful festival with devotion, thoughtful preparation, and respect for their family traditions. Chhath Puja is […]