CM Hemant Soren Extends Kharna Greetings, Prays for Happiness and Prosperity of Jharkhand Residents

Ranchi: Chief Minister Hemant Soren extended his greetings to the people of Jharkhand on Kharna, the second day of the Chhath festival, and prayed for happiness, peace and prosperity for all devotees and their families.

In a message shared on social media, the Chief Minister described Chhath as a unique tradition that goes beyond religious rituals, reflecting devotion to family, gratitude towards nature and worship of the Sun God.

He said the rigorous observance, sacrifices and unwavering dedication of Chhath devotees, particularly their commitment to the demanding fast, reflected deep faith and strong determination.

Soren prayed to Lord Surya and Chhathi Maiya to fill everyone's lives with happiness and ensure peace, prosperity and well-being in every household.

Kharna marks an important stage of the four-day Chhath festival. After observing a day-long fast, devotees perform evening rituals and consume prasad, traditionally comprising jaggery-based kheer and roti. Following this, they begin a rigorous 36-hour fast without food or water, which concludes with the offering of arghya to the rising Sun on the final day.

The Chief Minister's greetings came as Chhath celebrations gathered momentum across Jharkhand, with devotees observing the festival with deep faith and traditional rituals.