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PM Modi extends heartfelt greetings on Chhath Parva's Kharna Puja
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
In a post shared on X, PM Modi said, "Heartfelt greetings to all on the auspicious occasion of Chhath Parva's Kharna Puja. Respectful salutations to all the devotees observing the fast! On this sacred occasion, which symbolises faith and restraint, there is a tradition of partaking in sat
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"Amit Shah prays to Chhathi Maiya for electoral gains": Ashok Gehlot
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Following Union Minister Amit Shah's election rallies in Bihar on the first day of Chhath Puja, Congress leader and Senior Election Observer for the AICC, Ashok Gehlot, on Saturday, alleged that the BJP leader used the festival for electoral gains ahead of the Assembly Elections.
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"May grace of Chhathi Maiya remain upon all": UP CM Yogi Adityanath extend
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
He lauded the spirit of the women who observe the traditional Nirjala Vrat (waterless fast) during the festival, dedicated to worshipping the Sun God and Chhathi Maiya for health, prosperity, and family welfare.
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Bihar: Chhath festival begins across state, devotees gather for 'Nahay Kha
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The ritual of 'Nahay-Khay' was observed at ghats in Danapur, including Fakkar Mahto Ghat, Gurudwara Ghat, and Nariyal Ghat, as devotees performed the sacred bathing ceremony and prepared offerings for Lord Surya and Chhathi Maiya.
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"Respects to all those observing fast": PM Modi shares Chhath songs, exten
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The prime minister highlighted his visit to Begusarai on Friday, noting the deep connection of renowned folk singer Sharda Sinha with the region.
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PM Modi asks citizens to share Chhath Puja songs, says "melodies of Chhath
Updated : 4 months, 3 weeks ago IST
This year, Chhath Puja will be celebrated from October 25 to 28.
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Nepal observes Chhath, festival of benediction to lord "Sun"
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
Nepal on Thursday observed the third day of Chhath, the festival of benediction to lord "Surya" making offerings to the setting sun on the embankments of Narayani River.
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RJD Supremo Lalu Yadav extends his wishes on the third day of the Chhath f
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
On the occasion of Chhath Puja, RJD supremo Lalu Yadav spoke to ANI and extended his wishes for the festival. He highlighted that Chhath is dedicated to the Sun God and holds great significance, with lakhs of people celebrating on the banks of the Ganga ghat.
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"The Delhi government has organised Chhath Puja at over 1,000 places, earl
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal wished everyone a happy Chhath festival and visited the Vidhan Sabha to worship Chhathi Maiya on Thursday.
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'May Chhathi Maiya bless her': Arvind Kejriwal sends prayers for singer Sh
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
Aam Aadmi Party national convenor, Arvind Kejriwal, extended his heartfelt wishes to Padma Bhushan awardee and renowned folk singer Sharda Sinha, who is currently under treatment for cancer at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi.
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PM Modi extends wishes countrymen on auspicious occasion of Chhath Puja
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
"My best wishes to all your family members on the auspicious occasion of Sandhya Arghya of Mahaparva Chhath. May the worship of the Sun God infuse new energy and new enthusiasm in everyone's life. Jai Chhathi Maiya!" posted the prime minister on X.
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Exploring the cultural aspect of Chhath Puja through a non-Bihari's perspe
Updated : 3 years, 4 months ago IST
In Bihar, the festival dedicated to Sun and Chhathi Maiya is celebrated with rigorous and strict manners of preparation. A striking difference that one might notice as a non-Bihari is that Chhath is probably the only major Hindu festival that doesn't involve priests or purohits.
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