Chhath Puja: A Symbol of Unity and Heritage

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath emphasizes Chhath Puja as a symbol of India's ancient heritage and social unity. He highlights its environmental importance, aligning it with the Swachh Bharat Mission. Adityanath urges citizens to participate in cleanliness initiatives to preserve nature and strengthen national solidarity.

On Monday, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath addressed the significance of Chhath Puja, calling it a 'symbol of ancient heritage of India', rather than just a cultural gathering.

Speaking at a program in Lucknow, Adityanath stressed that the festival promotes unity with nature and is integral to social harmony, reaching millions across India.

Aligning Chhath Puja with environmental conservation, Adityanath urged citizens to stop pollution, especially single-use plastics, under the Swachh Bharat Mission, emphasizing collective responsibility for a cleaner, self-reliant India.

(With inputs from agencies.)