Bihar Assembly Speaker Reviews Chhath Festival Preparations in Patna
Bihar Assembly Speaker Prem Kumar inspects Chhath ghats in Patna, praising arrangements for devotees ahead of the festival.
Patna, November 14 (Daily Kiran) : Bihar Assembly Speaker Prem Kumar conducted an inspection of various ghats in Patna on Saturday, assessing the preparations for the Chhath Mahaparv and the arrangements made for devotees. His visit included sites such as Minar Ghat, JP Setu Ghat, Bindtoli Ghat, Digha Ghat, and Sanjay Singh Ghat at Gate 93.
During the inspection, Kumar commended the efforts of the Bihar government, district administration, and municipal corporation in facilitating the needs of Chhath devotees. He noted that comprehensive arrangements have been made for cleanliness, lighting, security, access paths, changing rooms, control rooms, medical camps, and trained lifeguards to ensure that devotees face no difficulties.
Kumar emphasized that the Chhath Mahaparv symbolizes Bihar’s cultural identity, faith, purity, and folk traditions. People from various parts of the country and abroad are arriving in Bihar to participate in the festivities. The entire state is immersed in devotion, worshipping Lord Sun.
He also highlighted the central government’s efforts to showcase the significance of the Chhath festival. Airports and railway stations across the country are featuring Chhath songs and artwork related to the festival, promoting its cultural heritage. Kumar expressed pride that Bihar’s folk festival is celebrated with reverence and enthusiasm throughout India.
Notably, the Modi government has taken historic steps to include the Chhath Mahaparv in UNESCO’s cultural heritage list, reflecting their deep respect for ancient traditions and Bihar’s glorious heritage.
Kumar extended warm wishes to all Bihar residents for the Chhath Mahaparv, praying to God and Chhathi Maiya for everyone’s happiness, prosperity, health, and well-being.
The event was attended by ADM DP Shahi, Patliputra Circle Officer Anuj Kumar, Block Development Officer Sadar Patna Seema Kumari, Ranvijay Roshan, Raja Pandey, Ganesh, and other officials from the NDRF and relevant departments.
