Chhath Puja 2025: Chhath Puja is an important festival of Hindu religion, which is mainly celebrated to worship Sun God and Chhathi Mai. In this fast that lasts for four days, special care is taken of cleanliness and purity. But many women have this question whether this fast can be observed during menstruation or not. According to mythology, Chhath fast can be observed even during menstruation, but it is mandatory to follow some rules.
If menstruation starts during the fast, the woman can keep the fast, but the puja material, ardhya and prasad should not be touched directly. Chhath fast has been continued from generation to generation, hence it cannot be broken midway. By following the rules, the woman can continue the fast and complete her prayers with devotion.
A woman during menstruation cannot directly participate in the puja, but she can get the offerings made to the Sun through another woman. This woman should take full care of the rules of fasting and cleanliness. Women can pray at home and ask for their wishes from the Sun God with folded hands.
Women on periods should not go to places where puja offerings are being prepared. It is considered impure. Apart from this, any object or object to puja should not be touched directly. However, it can be kept in its place without taking food and water.
Periods are a natural process and there is no need to panic about it. It is important to follow only the rules during the fast. By following the rules properly, women can get the benefits of this holy fast and the blessings of Chhathi Maiya.
Thus, Chhath fast and puja can be performed with full devotion even during menstruation, provided cleanliness and traditional rules are maintained. This fast not only gives spiritual benefits but also teaches women to be conscious of their health and discipline.
