Assam Governor extends Chhath Puja greetings
Highlights importance of environmental balance and women empowerment
Guwahati,Rongili Barta: Assam Governor Shri Lakshman Prasad Acharya along with the First Lady Smt. Kumud Devi attended the Chhat puja celebrations at Lachit Ghat in the city today and extended warm greetings to the devotees on the occasion.
Speaking on the occasion Shri Acharya said, “Chhath Puja is a symbol of religious faith and cultural traditions in our society. Chhath Puja is a devine celebration which dispels all negativity in our society.”
The Governor said that the large number of devotees turning out to pay obeisance to Chhat Maiyya is really an auspicious feeling. The Governor also spent time with the devotees congregated on the bank of the Brahmaputra.Referring to paying obeisance to Sun God on the occasion, Shri Acharya stated about country’s progress in solar energy and harnessing it in producing solar power to meet the renewable energy needs of the nation.
Governor Acharya praised the role of women in Chhath Puja celebrations, underscoring their potential and central role in culture. “Through Chhath Puja, we honour women empowerment and their contribution”, the Governor added. Shri Acharya emphasized the festival’s significance in promoting social unity, harmony, and brotherhood. “May this festival bring happiness, prosperity, and good health to all.”
The Governor moreover said, “I bow to all Chhathvrat devotees and respect their great penance. May this occasion augur societal and national progress.” Former MP Queen Ojha, Mayor GMC Mrigen Sarania, Faculty of Gauhati University Prof. Kameshwar Shukla along with a host of other dignitaries were present on the occasion.