'Nahay-Khay' marks start of Chhath: PM Modi wishes devotees
Prime Minister Narendra Modi kicked off Chhath celebrations by wishing devotees across Bihar and the country.
Marking the start of the four-day festival, he shared, "With the sacred ritual of 'Nahay-Khay,' the four-day grand festival of Chhath begins today. I extend my heartfelt wishes to devotees across Bihar and the entire nation."
Chhath celebrated in Bihar, Jharkhand, eastern UP
Chhath Mahaparv is a major festival in Bihar, Jharkhand, and eastern UP, where families gather at riverbanks to pray to the Sun God with rituals like fasting and offering water at sunrise and sunset.
It's celebrated for its blend of devotion, simplicity, and respect for nature—bringing communities together not just in India but around the world.
PM remembers late singer Sharda Sinha
Modi also acknowledged Sharda Sinha—Bihar's beloved "Kokila"—whose songs have become a key part of Chhath celebrations over decades.
Sinha left a musical legacy that continues to connect people to their roots every festive season.