Nagaland Governor Nand Kishore Yadav joins Chhath Puja in Dimapur, highlighting unity and conservation
DIMAPUR — Nagaland Governor Nand Kishore Yadav joined the Nagaland Bihari Samaj in celebrating Chhath Puja (Sandhya Arghya) in Dimapur on Sunday and called for social harmony, environmental conservation and preservation of cultural traditions.
According to an update, the governor extended his greetings and best wishes to devotees and members of the Bihari community on the occasion.
Describing Chhath Puja as one of the most sacred and significant festivals of Indian culture, Yadav said the festival reflects reverence for nature and recognises the sun as the ultimate source of energy, life and sustenance.
Highlighting the spiritual significance of Sandhya Arghya, the governor said that offering prayers and water to the setting sun reminds people to express gratitude for life's blessings while embracing humility, devotion and self-discipline.
On environmental conservation, he said Chhath Puja offers an important lesson on the responsibility to protect and preserve nature. He stated that rivers, water bodies, forests and other natural resources are precious gifts that must be safeguarded through collective efforts.
Yadav appreciated the Nagaland Bihari Samaj for organising the celebration and providing a platform for preserving and promoting the community's cultural and religious traditions.
He said such occasions also help strengthen relationships among communities and foster mutual respect, understanding and goodwill.
Stating that India's strength lies in its unity in diversity, the governor observed that while festivals may differ in their forms of celebration, languages and customs, the underlying values of faith, compassion, gratitude and mutual respect remain universal.
The governor also encouraged the younger generation to remain connected with their cultural roots while contributing actively to the progress and development of society.