Chhath Puja Day 1: Nahay Khay is here to mark the festive beginning
Chhath Puja is upon us, and with it comes a wave of warmth, traditions, and prasad preps! This festival holds a special place in every Bihari and Jharkhandi heart, bringing families together to pay homage to Surya Dev (Sun God) and Chhathi Maiya. The festival kicks off with the much-awaited “Nahay Khay,” which, if you’re in the loop, is all about cleansing, prepping, and thekua-making! This year, Nahay Khay falls on November 5, marking the festival’s wholesome beginning.
What is Nahay Khay?The first day of Chhath Puja, known as “Nahay Khay,” literally translates to “bathe and eat.” It's all about purification—both physical and mental. Devotees begin their day with a holy bath, usually taken in nearby rivers or water bodies. For those who can’t make it to a river, a bath at home wit...