Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath extended his wishes on the occasion of Chhath Puja festivity. He said that the festival is a symbol of India's unity, spiritual upliftment and ancient heritage.
Celebrations of Chhath Puja are in full swing across Varanasi, with women meticulously preparing Thekua prasad and devotees gathering at river ghats to offer evening 'arghya' to the setting Sun on the third day of the festivities.
In a post on X, the Congress leader wrote, "Dukhwa mitayi Chhathi Maiya, rauwe aasra hamar... Heartfelt greetings on the great festival of Surya Dev and Chhathi Ma's worship, nature worship, and folk faith, 'Chhath Puja.' On this sacred occasion, I bow to all the devotees observing the fa
The four-day Chhath Mahaparv, dedicated to the worship of the Sun God, began on Saturday with the sacred ritual of Nahay-Khay. This year, the festival is being celebrated from October 25 to 28, with rituals including Nahay-Khay on Chaturthi Tithi of Kartik Shukla Paksha, Kharna on Pancham
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Saturday said that Indians have always cherished nature and regarded it with deep reverence, where respect for the environment is not merely a belief but an integral part of life.
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.
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.
Addressing a press conference, CM Gupta said the government is committed to creating a safe and hygienic environment for worshippers. "The government is making every effort to ensure that our devotees stand in clean water and offer prayers. The government is working to ensure that all the
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath extended his greetings to the nation on the occasion of Govardhan Puja, describing it as a significant part of the five-day Deepotsav festival and a symbol of India's agrarian economy.
Rashtriya Shoshit Samaj Party president Swami Prasad Maurya on Tuesday stirred debate with his remarks questioning the practical impact of worshipping Goddess Lakshmi on poverty alleviation. Citing widespread poverty and unemployment in the country, Maurya stated that if prayers alone cou
The CM also highlighted that the state government decided to celebrate Govardhan Puja across the state, stressing that cows should always be worshipped.
On the day following Diwali, Govardhan Puja is celebrated to commemorate the feat of Lord Krishna lifting the Govardhana Hill to protect the residents of Vrindavana from the wrath of Indra.