PM Modi encourages people to share Chhath Puja songs; Here’s what he said

Ahead of Chhath Puja, PM Modi requests citizens to share festival songs for him to repost, highlighting devotion and culture. How do the four days of rituals celebrate the Sun God and Chhathi Maiya across India?

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called on citizens to share songs dedicated to Chhath Puja on social media, promising to repost them over the coming days. His initiative comes as the festival, a four-day celebration of devotion to the Sun God and Chhathi Maiya, begins this Saturday and continues until October 28.

PM Modi’s Message on Chhath Puja Songs

Taking to X, the Prime Minister said, “Chhath, the grand festival dedicated to nature and culture, is approaching. Devotees across Bihar and the country are already engaged in preparations with devotion. Songs dedicated to Chhathi Maiya further enhance the grandeur and divinity of this sacred occasion. I request you to share songs related to Chhath Puja with me. I will share them with all my countrymen over the next few days.”

Through this initiative, PM Modi aims to foster cultural participation nationwide, allowing devotees far from traditional Chhath Puja sites to engage in the festivities virtually.

प्रकृति और संस्कृति को समर्पित महापर्व छठ आने वाला है। बिहार सहित देशभर में इसकी तैयारियों में श्रद्धालु पूरे भक्ति-भाव से जुट चुके हैं। छठी मइया के गीत इस पावन अवसर की भव्यता और दिव्यता को और बढ़ाने वाले होते हैं। आपसे आग्रह है कि आप भी छठ पूजा से जुड़े गीत मेरे साथ शेयर करें।…

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 24, 2025

About Chhath Puja

Chhath Puja is one of India’s oldest Hindu festivals, primarily observed in Bihar, Jharkhand, and eastern Uttar Pradesh, as well as in parts of Nepal and among Indian communities abroad. It honors the Sun God (Surya) and Chhathi Maiya, emphasizing gratitude, devotion, and respect for nature. Devotees practice fasting, ritual purification, and disciplined prayers, seeking blessings for health, prosperity, and family well-being.

Four Days of Rituals Explained

• Day 1 – Nahai Khai: Devotees start the festival by taking a holy dip in rivers, ponds, or other water bodies to purify themselves physically and spiritually. They bring vegetables, pulses, and other offerings to prepare the first prasad, symbolizing cleanliness and sanctity. The day focuses on self-discipline and preparation for the upcoming fasting and rituals.
• Day 2 – Kharna: Devotees observe a strict fast from sunrise to sunset, consuming only a simple meal of jaggery, rice, and wheat in the evening after the first prayers. This day symbolizes patience and restraint, reinforcing the devotee’s connection with the divine. The prasad prepared is shared with family, friends, and neighbors, promoting unity and community bonding.
• Day 3 – Sandhya Arghya: In the evening, devotees gather near water bodies to offer ‘arghya’ (prayers and offerings) to the setting Sun. They present fruits, sugarcane, and other prasad to express gratitude to the Sun God for sustaining life. This day emphasizes devotion, reverence, and the spiritual cleansing of body and mind.
• Day 4 – Usha Arghya: On the final day, prayers are offered to the rising Sun. Devotees break their fast after completing the rituals and distribute prasad among family and community members. The day symbolizes renewal, spiritual rebirth, and gratitude for blessings received.

Cultural Significance

Chhath Puja represents purity, discipline, and gratitude toward nature. Sharing songs and participating in rituals fosters community harmony and preserves this centuries-old tradition. PM Modi’s call to share Chhath songs allows devotees across India to connect with the festival, regardless of their location.