"Deep faith in festival," Bihar BJP President Dilip Jaiswal on PM Modi's Chhath Puja greetings

Speaking to ANI, Jaiswal stated, "PM Narendra Modi emphasised 4-5 key points in today's Mann Ki Baat. He wished everyone in Bihar and all those celebrating the Chhath Puja Mahaparv. He started the address with Chhath Puja and expressed his deep faith in the festival."

The BJP leader further highlighted the Prime Minister's push for self-reliance, adding, "He appealed to everyone to use only swadeshi products to support Make in India."

Jaiswal further added that Modi's consistent focus on youth empowerment and cultural preservation, saying, "In his Mann Ki Baat, PM Narendra Modi always inspires and motivates the youth, promotes our country's heritage, skills, and national importance."

Earlier today, in the monthly radio programme 'Mann ki baat', Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his greetings on the occasion of Chhath Puja, describing the festival as a reflection of the "deep unity" between culture, nature, and society. He noted that devotees from all sections of society come together at ghats, which he called the "most beautiful" example of India's social harmony.

In the 127th episode of Mann Ki Baat, Prime Minister Modi said, "All of us celebrated Diwali a few days ago, and now a large number of people are busy with Chhath Puja. Thekuas are being made at home. Ghats are being decorated. The way women devotees prepare for the Chhath is an inspiration. Mahaparva of Chhath is a reflection of the deep unity between culture, nature, and society. Every section of society comes together at the Chhath ghats. This sight is the most beautiful example of India's social unity."

The Prime Minister also urged people to participate in Chhath Puja festivities, stating, "Wherever you are in the world, if you have a chance, try to participate in Chhath Puja. I bow down to Chhathi Maiya. I extend my greetings to the countrymen on the occasion of Chhath, especially to the people of Bihar, Jharkhand and Purvanchal." (ANI)