Chhath Puja: A Blend of Devotion and Cultural Unity
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav and Prime Minister Modi extend greetings on Chhath Puja, highlighting public devotion and enthusiasm. Devotees nationwide engaged in rituals, offering prayers to the Sun God, marking the conclusion of the festival. The event emphasizes cultural traditions and family unity.
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Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav extended heartfelt greetings for Chhath Puja, celebrating the deep sense of hope and devotion it instills in participants. Participating in the Mithilanchal Vikas Samiti's Chhath Maiya program, Yadav observed the joy it brought to families, marking a conclusion to the four-day fast rooted in Sanatan culture.
Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also sent warm wishes to citizens on this auspicious occasion. As the Chhath Puja festivities concluded with 'Arghya' rituals, PM Modi remarked on how the four-day event imbued new energy and enthusiasm, underscoring the blend of nature and culture.
This morning, devotees across the nation gathered at riverbanks and ghats to offer 'Arghya' to the rising Sun, in a scene repeated from Noida's Sector 21 stadium to the ghats in the capital. The festival, known for its stringent 36-hour fasting, is celebrated primarily in Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, and parts of Nepal.
(With inputs from agencies.)