Dharti Puja is observed by tribals in Chhattisgarh, Madhya
Pradesh and Jharkhand. The ritual is also known as Bhumi Puja and is dedicated
to Mother Earth. Dharti Puja 2026 date is April 2. The festival is also known
as Khadi or Khadu Parv.
The rituals associated with the festival various from tribe
to tribe. The festival is essentially a thanksgiving for good harvest and also
for a better future.
Dharti Puja is annually observed on Chaitra Purnima Tithi or
the full moon day in Chaitra month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar
followed in North India .