The festival of Chhath Puja is dedicated to Chhathi Maiya and Sun God. This great festival is celebrated for 04 days. On the first day of this festival celebrated in the month of Kartik, the tradition of Nahai Khay is followed. Kharna Puja is performed the next day. After this, the Nirjala fast begins. The next day fasting is done and arghya is offered to the setting sun and on the last day there is a ritual of offering arghya to the rising sun. During this, wishes are made for attainment of happiness and peace in life. It is a religious belief that observing the fast with a true heart increases happiness and prosperity. Also, the family members get the blessings of Chhathi Maiya and Sun God. In such a situation, let us know about the answers to 10 big questions (10 Questions for Chhath Puja 2024) related to this great festival.

Question- When is Chhath Puja in 2024?

Answer- According to the Panchag, this time the great festival has started from 05 November and it will end on 08 November.

Kartik Chhath Puja Calendar 2024

Nahai Khay - 05 November 2024

Kharna – 06 November 2024

Evening prayer - 07 November

Morning prayer - 08 November

Question- How is Chhath Puja celebrated?

Answer- On the first day, there is Nahai-Khaai. On this day, the devotees take satvik food after taking bath in holy rivers including Ganga.

Kharna Puja is performed on the second day . On this day, the fast begins after performing Puja and taking prasad. Tamasic food should not be consumed during Chhath Puja.

On the third day, i.e. Shashthi Tithi of the Shukla Paksha of Kartik month, arghya is offered to the setting sun.

On the last day, that is on the Saptami Tithi of Shukla Paksha of Kartik month, Arghya is offered to the rising sun. After this, after breaking the fast, Prasad is distributed among the people.

Question- Who performed Chhath Puja first?

Answer- The description of Chhath Puja  is found in Sanatan scriptures . According to mythology, the great festival of Chhath Puja started during the Mahabharata. Chhath Puja was first started by Karna, the son of Sun God.

Question- Whose wife is Chhath Mata?

Answer- Chhathi Maiya is the wife of Kartikeya, the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. During this great festival, Sun God is worshipped along with Chhathi Maiya in a proper manner.

Question- What are the indications of seeing Chhath Puja in the dream?

Answer- Seeing Chhath Puja in a dream is considered auspicious. Seeing Chhath Puja in a dream indicates some good changes in life.

Question- When is Chhath Puja in Bihar?

Answer- In Bihar, the festival of Chhath Puja will be celebrated from 05 November to 07 November.

Question: What is the benefit of performing Chhath Puja?

Answer- There is a religious belief that performing Chhath Puja increases happiness and prosperity. Also, children get the blessing of long life.

Question: What is eaten on the day of Kharna in Chhath Puja?

Answer- On the second day of Chhath Puja, rice and jaggery kheer is prepared for Kharna Puja. Offer the Prasad after worshipping Chhathi Maiya.

Question: What are the items required for Chhath Puja?

Answer- Brass vessel, fruit, betel nut, rice, vermilion, flowers, a plate, betel leaf, cow ghee, honey, incense, sweet potato, jaggery, soup, coconut with water, jaggery, arva chaal, Ganga water, two big bamboo baskets, thekua prasad, wheat, rice flour, sugarcane with 5 leaves etc.

Question- What should be eaten after Chhath Puja?

Answer- After Chhath Puja, you can consume prasad and sherbet. Salt should be used in food.