PM Modi extends greetings to nation on commencement of four-day Chhath Mahaparv

Chhath Puja begins with Nahay Khay; devotees embrace purity, prepare for four-day festival (Photo: AI generated)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended greetings to people across the country on the commencement of the four-day Chhath Mahaparv, a festival dedicated to faith and the worship of the Sun God.

In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, “Heartfelt greetings to all countrymen on the commencement of Chhath Mahaparv, the four-day sacred ritual dedicated to faith and Sun worship. Today is Nahay-Khay. I pay my respects to all devotees observing the fast.”

The Prime Minister also wished for the blessings of Chhathi Maiya for all devotees observing the festival.

-PIB

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