According to the Hindu Calendar, Narmada Jayanti is observed annually on Shukla Paksha Saptami in Magha month. It is believed that the Narmada river originates from Amarkantak in Madhya Pradesh on this day. The devotees worship Narmada river on the occasion and it brings peace and prosperity
Baraiya said, "According to my calculations, if the BJP will win even 50 seats in the assembly elections this year, then I will blacken my face with my hands in front of Raj Bhawan. It is my pledge and I am fully prepared for this."