Chhath Puja 2025: India Gears Up for the Grand Festival
Chhath Puja 2025: A Festival of Faith and Devotion
Chhath Puja 2025 will be celebrated across India from October 25 to October 28 with great enthusiasm. The festival honors Surya Dev (Sun God) and Chhathi Maiya, representing purity, gratitude, and devotion.
People from Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, and Delhi are preparing for the grand celebration. Devotees will gather at rivers and ponds to offer arghya during sunrise and sunset.
Delhi Prepares Over 1,500 Ghats
The Delhi Government is constructing and renovating over 1,500 ghats for devotees. Among these, 23 are natural ghats along the Yamuna, while 17 are model ghats with safety arrangements.
Cleaning drives and lighting setups have begun. Volunteers and NGOs are helping maintain hygiene and safety across these worship sites.
Bihar’s Cultural Heartbeat
In Bihar, where Chhath Puja has deep roots, preparations are in full swing. The Ganga ghats in Patna are being beautified with lights and decorations.
Local vendors are selling thekua, sugarcane, and bamboo baskets—essential items for the rituals. The state has deployed additional medical and security teams to handle large crowds.
Festival Boosts the Indian Economy
Chhath Puja is not just spiritual—it’s also economically significant. According to the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT), trade during Chhath Puja 2025 may touch ₹38,000 crore.
Markets for sweets, fruits, and festive essentials are seeing a sharp rise in demand. Artisans and small-scale sellers are also benefiting from the festival rush.
Indian Railways’ Festive Plan
The Indian Railways has announced several special trains for the Chhath rush. Extra coaches are being added to routes connecting Delhi, Patna, Varanasi, and Lucknow.
Safety measures and crowd management plans are also in place to ensure smooth travel for devotees.
Eco-Friendly Chhath: A Sustainable Celebration
This year’s Chhath Puja carries a strong eco-friendly message. Authorities have banned plastic items at ghats and urged devotees to use biodegradable materials.
Volunteers are leading awareness drives on river cleanliness. Many communities are organizing virtual pujas for those unable to attend physically.
Digital and Cultural Harmony
Digital platforms and social media are playing a big role in spreading the spirit of Chhath. Videos, songs, and live-streamed rituals are connecting people across the world.
The festival highlights the values of discipline, faith, and environmental care. Devotees fasting for days pray for their family’s well-being while standing in the holy river waters.
A Celebration Beyond Religion
Chhath Puja 2025 unites millions in devotion and sustainability. From Patna’s riverbanks to Delhi’s Yamuna ghats, people will come together to celebrate light, life, and gratitude.
The festival’s harmony between faith and nature makes it one of India’s most meaningful traditions.
