“Chhath Teaches Us the Deeper Philosophy of Life”: Prime Minister Shah

Kathmandu:  Prime Minister Balen Shah has said that the Chhath festival teaches us a profound philosophy of life.

Issuing a message of greetings on the occasion of Chhath, he stated that the festival teaches people to offer prayers and respect to the setting Sun with the same devotion and reverence shown to the rising Sun.

“Chhath teaches us a profound philosophy of life, where the setting Sun is worshipped with the same faith and respect as the rising Sun. It inspires us to be grateful to nature and to respect every phase of life,” he said in his message.

The message further states that the four-day festival is celebrated through various rituals. The first day is observed as Nahay-Khay, the second as Kharna, the third day involves offering Arghya to the setting Sun in the evening, and on the fourth day, devotees offer Arghya to the rising Sun in the morning along the banks of rivers, ponds and other water bodies.

The Prime Minister also stated that the government is committed to protecting and promoting all religions, cultures and traditions.

He expressed hope that the Chhath festival would fill everyone with positive energy and inspire them to fulfil the country's commitments to good governance, social justice and prosperity.

He also wished that the blessings of Lord Surya and Chhathi Maiya would always remain upon everyone.