Nahay Khay
Purity Begins
The next Chhath · 13–16 November
Chhath Puja 2026.
Four days of devotion.
13–16 November 2026 · Discover Nahay Khay, Kharna, Sandhya Arghya and Usha Arghya, with programme information for Juhu Beach, Mumbai.
Chhath Puja 2026 is observed from 13 to 16 November. Nahay Khay begins on Friday, 13 November; Kharna follows on Saturday, 14 November. Sandhya Arghya falls on Sunday, 15 November, and Usha Arghya and Parana on Monday, 16 November.
Chhath honours Surya and Chhathi Maiya through fasting, carefully prepared offerings and prayers to the setting and rising sun. This guide brings together the four-day calendar, the meaning of each observance and the Mahasangh’s programme at Juhu Beach, Mumbai.
The festival calendar
Four sacred days in November.
Festival calendar: 13–16 November 2026
Chhath Mahaparv 2026
13 – 16 NOVEMBER 2026
Kharna
Devotion Deepens
Sandhya Arghya
Gratitude at Sunset
Usha Arghya & Parana
Hope at Sunrise
What happens on each day of Chhath Puja?
13 November · Nahay Khay
The observance begins with bathing, cleaning and the preparation of a simple meal. Families prepare the home and utensils with care as the vrat begins.
14 November · Kharna
Kharna is a day of fasting and evening worship. The evening prasad is shared with family and neighbours before the next stage of the fast.
15 November · Sandhya Arghya
Devotees gather at the water’s edge to offer Arghya to the setting sun. Offerings commonly include seasonal fruit, sugarcane and thekua, arranged in traditional baskets or soop. Family customs guide the preparation and worship.
16 November · Usha Arghya & Parana
The concluding morning centres on offerings to the rising sun. After Usha Arghya, devotees complete the fast with Parana and share prasad. Read more about the rituals and meaning of Chhath Puja.
Programme & Arghya timings
The Sandhya programme begins on Sunday, 15 November 2026 at . Sandhya Arghya is observed that evening. Usha Arghya falls on the morning of Monday, 16 November; its precise local time will be shared separately.
The 5:00 PM time is the start of the Juhu evening programme. For local visiting information, facilities and contact details, see Chhath Puja 2026 at Juhu Beach.
Prepare for Juhu
Juhu Beach is the setting for the Mahasangh’s long-running Chhath tradition. Drinking water, sanitation facilities, medical aid and security coordination are part of the visitor facilities.
Use the Juhu visitor guide for general preparation and the updates page for detailed entry instructions. Avoid planning around old traffic notices or previous-year programme images.
Your questions, answered.
When is Chhath Puja in 2026?
The festival calendar runs from 13 to 16 November 2026: Nahay Khay on 13 November, Kharna on 14 November, Sandhya Arghya on 15 November and Usha Arghya and Parana on 16 November.
What time does the Juhu evening programme begin?
The Sandhya programme begins at 5:00 PM IST on 15 November 2026. Sandhya Arghya is observed that evening. The precise Usha Arghya time for the following morning will be shared separately.
What visitor facilities are available?
Drinking water, sanitation facilities, medical aid and security coordination are included. Exact facility locations and entry instructions will be shared in the visitor guidance.
How can I offer seva?
Write to volunteer@chhathutsav.org to enquire about volunteering. Include your name, availability and the assistance you can offer.