Bihars Tara Devi Festival Celebrates Cultural Heritage and Social Unity
Bihar Assembly Speaker Dr. Prem Kumar emphasizes the significance of the Tara Devi Festival in promoting cultural heritage and social harmony.
Gaya, October 18 (Daily Kiran) : Dr. Prem Kumar, the Speaker of the Bihar Assembly, participated in the Tara Devi Festival 2026 held in Keshpa village, located in the Tikari assembly constituency of Gaya district, on October 18. During the event, he performed rituals in honor of Goddess Tara Devi, praying for peace, prosperity, and happiness for Bihar and the entire nation. He highlighted that the Tara Devi Festival symbolizes the rich cultural heritage and social harmony of the region.
In his address, Dr. Kumar stated that faith in deities in Indian culture extends beyond mere rituals. It forms the foundation of our values, social unity, and moral ideals. The worship of Goddess Tara Devi inspires devotion, strength, compassion, and the welfare of the community. Such religious and cultural events not only keep our ancient traditions alive but also connect the younger generation with their spiritual heritage.
He noted that Bihar is renowned for its rich traditions of spiritual consciousness, knowledge, penance, and cultural splendor. The sacred land of Gaya is a remarkable confluence of faith in Lord Vishnu, the compassion of Lord Buddha, and eternal traditions. This heritage conveys a message of peace, harmony, and humanity to the world.
Dr. Kumar emphasized that events like the Tara Devi Festival strengthen love, brotherhood, and social unity among various community groups. He urged the youth to take pride in their cultural heritage, embrace values, and actively contribute to nation-building.
Discussing the potential for religious tourism in Bihar, he remarked on the immense opportunities for developing religious and cultural tourism in Gaya and its surrounding areas. Proper development of these sites would provide better facilities for pilgrims and create new employment and self-employment opportunities locally.
He called on citizens to maintain the sanctity of religious sites, prioritize cleanliness, and remain aware of environmental conservation. Dr. Kumar also congratulated the festival organizers, temple management committees, local citizens, and devotees for the successful event, wishing prosperity for every family and continued progress for Bihar.
