Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren extended warm greetings and best wishes to devotees on Nahaye Khaye, the first ritual of the Chhath festival. He conveyed his wishes to all Chhath devotees and worshippers, highlighting the festival’s deep religious and cultural significance.
In a message shared on social media, Soren prayed for the blessings of Lord Surya and Chhathi Maiya to remain upon everyone. He wished that the festival would bring happiness, peace, prosperity and well-being into people’s lives.
Nahaye Khaye Marks Beginning of Chhath Rituals: Hemant Soren
Nahaye Khaye marks the beginning of the four-day Chhath festival, during which devotees follow traditional rituals associated with cleanliness, discipline and devotion. On this day, devotees take a holy bath, clean their homes and prepare a traditional meal as they begin their observance.
Chhath is dedicated to the worship of the Sun God and Chhathi Maiya. Devotees observe the festival with prayers and offerings to the setting and rising Sun, seeking blessings for the well-being, health and prosperity of their families.
Celebrating Faith and Cultural Traditions
The festival holds special significance across Jharkhand, Bihar and several other parts of the country. It also reflects the region’s rich cultural traditions and brings families and communities together through shared religious observances.
Through his message, Soren extended the spirit of the occasion to devotees and wished everyone a peaceful and prosperous Chhath. He concluded his greetings with the devotional message, “Jai Chhathi Maiya.”
