Hyderabad prepares for four-day Chhath Puja festival from November 13-16

The Telangana government and municipal authorities in Hyderabad are coordinating preparations for Chhath Puja, which will be celebrated from November 13-16, 2026. The four-day festival, observed primarily by communities from Bihar and Eastern India, will be facilitated across 28 designated locations throughout the city to accommodate the large migrant population and their families.

The Bihar Association has appealed to civic bodies to ensure robust arrangements for the celebrations, with particular emphasis on maintaining sanitation standards and hygiene protocols at all venues. The association has urged authorities to anticipate the influx of devotees and put infrastructure in place well ahead of the festival dates.

The Telangana government has issued directives to municipal corporations and disaster management authorities to coordinate the necessary facilities and crowd management measures. Officials have been tasked with identifying suitable water bodies and public spaces for the ritual practices associated with Chhath Puja, which traditionally involves water-based ceremonies and community gatherings.

Chhath Puja, predominantly celebrated in Bihar, Jharkhand, and parts of Uttar Pradesh, has gained significant observance in metropolitan areas across India due to migration patterns. The festival holds deep religious significance for devotees who follow sunrise and sunset rituals spanning multiple days.