Chhath Puja, one of the most important Hindu festivals, is celebrated with devotion and strict rituals over four days. The second day of Chhath Puja, known as Kharna or Lohanda , falls on Sunday, October 26, 2025. This day is observed with fasting, devotion, and preparation of special offerings for Surya Dev (Sun God) and Chhathi Maiya .

Shubh Muhurat for Kharna 2025

For 2025, Kharna falls on 26 October. The day begins with sunrise at 6:29 am and ends with sunset at 5:41 pm. The auspicious time for offering the Kharna prasad is from 5:42 pm to 6:25 pm, during which the ritual should be performed to receive maximum blessings.

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