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Chhath Puja 2025: Soulful Chhath Geet Honors the Sun God
24 Oct
Summary
- Chhath Geet adds melody and devotion to Chhath Puja
- Songs celebrate traditions of gratitude, faith, and hope
- Chhath Geet fills the air during the festival in October 2025
As the Chhath Puja festival approaches in October 2025, the air will once again be filled with the soulful melodies of Chhath Geet. These traditional folk songs, which have been an integral part of the celebrations for generations, add a significant layer of devotion and cultural heritage to the occasion.
The Chhath Geet are sung to honor Surya Dev, the Sun God, and Chhathi Maiya, capturing the traditions of gratitude, faith, and hope that are central to the Chhath Puja rituals. These songs are widely known and sung during the early morning and evening ceremonies, creating an uplifting spiritual experience for the devotees gathered along the riverbanks.
The music, rhythm, and collective devotion of the Chhath Geet make the festival even more special and memorable. Families, particularly the women, come together to sing these songs while preparing offerings and performing puja. The verses praise the Sun God's energy and life-giving power, while also seeking blessings for health, prosperity, and happiness.
