Extends Heartfelt Greetings and Best Wishes to Women Observing the Fast and Residents of the Region on Chhath Puja
May the Blessings of Chhathi Maiya and Lord Surya Ensure Happiness, Peace and Prosperity in Every Family: Finance Minister Shri Choudhary
Raipur, November 2026 : Finance Minister and Raigarh MLA Shri OP Choudhary today participated in the ‘Sandhya Arghya’ ceremony held on the third day of Chhath Puja in Raigarh, the great festival of public faith, purity and Sun worship. On the occasion, he extended heartfelt greetings and best wishes on Chhath Mahaparv to all the women observing the fast and residents of the region. He prayed to Chhathi Maiya and Lord Surya for happiness, peace, good health, prosperity and well-being in everyone's life.
Finance Minister Shri Choudhary said that Chhath Mahaparv is a unique festival that reflects our rich folk culture, faith, devotion and gratitude towards nature. The festival conveys the message of discipline, self-restraint, purity and dedication. The unique tradition of offering Arghya to the setting and rising Sun reflects the inseparable relationship between nature and human life.
He said that on the occasion of Chhath Mahaparv, women observing the fast pray for the happiness and prosperity of their families, the well-being of their children and good health for everyone. The festival further strengthens family bonds, social harmony and the spirit of mutual brotherhood. The faith and enthusiasm displayed by devotees in Raigarh towards Chhath Mahaparv are a beautiful expression of our rich cultural traditions.
Finance Minister Shri Choudhary expressed his respect for all the women observing the fast and devotees on the occasion of Chhath Mahaparv. He wished that the blessings of Chhathi Maiya always remain upon every family. With the grace of Lord Surya, may happiness, peace, good health and prosperity fill the lives of every family, and may Chhattisgarh continue to move forward on the path of development and prosperity.
