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Chhath Puja Usha Arghya Time: Chhath Puja is one of the most important Hindu festivals, dedicated to Lord Surya and his Chhathi Maiya. Celebrated mainly in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, Odisha and West Bengal, the festival spans four days and involves strict rituals and fasting. Devotees worship the Sun God for health, prosperity and the well-being of their families. Women, in particular, observe a long fast, praying for their husbands and children. ALSO READ: Happy Chhath Puja 2025 Wishes And Images: Best Quotes, WhatsApp Status, Messages, Greetings And SMS To Share This year, Chhath Puja begins on Saturday, October 25, and concludes on Tuesday, October 28, with the final ritual known as Usha Arghya. Falling six days after Diwali, the festival marks devotion, discipline and community gathering along riverbanks and ponds. Sunrise Timings For Usha Arghya According to Drik Panchang, the rituals are performed early in the morning to coincide with sunrise. Below are the city-wise sunrise timings for Parana Day: Delhi: 6:30 AM Mumbai, Maharashtra: 6:37 AM Chennai, Tamil Nadu: 6:02 AM Kolkata, West Bengal: 5:39 AM Patna, Bihar: 5:56 AM Ranchi, Jharkhand: 5:52 AM Bengaluru, Karnataka: 6:12 AM Ahmedabad, Gujarat: 6:42 AM Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh: 6:13 AM Usha Arghya Marks the Festival’s End The fourth day of Chhath Puja is called Usha Arghya, also known as Parana Din. Devotees offer prayers to the rising sun while standing in knee-deep water. This ritual signifies the end of the 36-hour-long fast, which is considered the toughest part of the festival. After offering Usha Arghya, devotees break their fast and share prasad with family and friends. Every year, thousands gather along rivers and ponds before sunrise to complete this sacred ritual. This year, Usha Arghya will be observed on Tuesday, October 28. Importance of Chhath Puja Chhath Puja is celebrated with great devotion and grandeur, especially by the Bihari community worldwide. Devotees believe that Chhathi Maiya, also known as Shashti Devi, is the daughter of Lord Brahma and a form of Goddess Katyayani from the Puranas. By performing the rituals, worshippers seek protection, health and success for their families. The festival is not only a spiritual practice but also a time for communities to come together and strengthen social bonds.
