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When is Chhath Puja 2026
Prasad
Calories in Chhath Prasad
Prasad is received with devotion. These figures are only for those who keep track of their daily food.
| Prasad | Portion | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Thekua | 1 piece | 139 |
| Rice kheer | 1 katori | 190 |
| Kaddu-rice (lauki + rice) | 1 katori + 1 katori | 196 |
| Banana | 1 | 105 |
| Fresh coconut | 1 piece (30 g) | 123 |
| Sugarcane juice | 1 glass | 116 |
| Custard apple (sitaphal) | 1 | 99 |
| Til ladoo | 1 | 114 |
Values: Indian Food Composition Tables 2017 (ICMR-NIN). A home recipe can change them a little.
36-hour nirjala vrat
Breaking the fast gently
The Chhath vrat is demanding, about 36 hours without water. After it ends, let your stomach ease back in:
- Start with a little water, lemon water or sharbat.
- Then fruit, such as banana or mausambi.
- Then a light meal, not a heavy one all at once.
- Keep drinking water through the day.
Frequently asked questions
When is Chhath Puja 2026?
Chhath Puja 2026 falls on: Nahay Khay 13 November (Friday), Kharna 14 November (Saturday), Sandhya Arghya 15 November (Sunday), and Usha Arghya 16 November (Monday).
How many calories are in one thekua?
One thekua is about 139 kcal, made from wheat flour, jaggery and ghee. Values from the Indian Food Composition Tables 2017.
How do I break the 36-hour nirjala vrat gently?
Slowly. Start with a little water or sharbat, then fruit, then a light meal. Avoid a heavy meal all at once, and let your stomach ease back in.
I have diabetes or BP. How should I approach the Chhath vrat?
The Chhath vrat is demanding (about 36 hours without water). If you have diabetes, blood pressure or any condition, or are pregnant, please talk to your doctor before fasting.
Is it alright to look at the calories of prasad?
Prasad is a matter of faith and is received with devotion. This information is only for those who track their daily food, such as people managing diabetes.
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