Nitish Kumar Emphasizes Social Harmony as Bihars Strength at Religious Ceremony

Patna, November 11 (Daily Kiran) : Former Chief Minister of Bihar and national president of the Janata Dal (United), Nitish Kumar, participated in a religious ceremony on November 11, 2026, at Thakur Bari in Gardanibagh, Patna. During the event, he performed rituals dedicated to Lord Shri Chitragupt Ji Maharaj, praying for the happiness, peace, and prosperity of the state’s residents.

The ceremony also saw the presence of Bihar’s Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Chaudhary, along with other dignitaries including Lallan Kumar Sarraf, the deputy leader of the ruling party in the Legislative Council, and Deepak Kumar, vice-chairman of the Bihar State Disaster Management Authority.

In his address, Kumar emphasized that social harmony, mutual goodwill, and respect are the true strengths of any society. He noted that Bihar is renowned for its rich cultural heritage and shared social traditions. Preserving this heritage while fostering love, trust, and brotherhood among all community segments is essential, he stated.

Kumar added that religious and cultural events not only safeguard traditions but also strengthen social unity. He highlighted that initiatives like community feasts promote the message of rising above caste and class distinctions, encouraging participation and strengthening interpersonal bonds.

He called on everyone to maintain an atmosphere of goodwill and cooperation in society, urging citizens to bolster the spirit of social harmony and brotherhood.

During the event, Kumar was welcomed by the members of the worship committee and other esteemed guests. He took time to interact with attendees, inquiring about their well-being.

Notable attendees included Dr. Ranveer Nandan, president of the Thakur Bari worship committee, Dr. Sanjeev Kumar, vice-president, and retired IAS officer Ashutosh Kumar Verma, along with several other prominent figures.