Parul Singh and Rakesh Kumar Singh greet devotees on Chhath Mahaparv 2026 and highlight the festival’s message of faith, nature and unity
New Delhi: Parul Singh, President of the Divyang Para Sports Association of Delhi, and senior journalist Rakesh Kumar Singh have extended their greetings to devotees on the occasion of Chhath Mahaparv. They wished people across the country happiness, good health and prosperity as they celebrate the festival with devotion.
Chhath is a four-day festival dedicated to Surya Dev and Chhathi Maiya. It holds deep cultural and religious significance, particularly in Bihar, Jharkhand and Uttar Pradesh. The festival celebrates faith, self-discipline and gratitude towards nature.
On Lohanda and Kharna, the second day of the celebrations, Parul Singh and Rakesh Kumar Singh shared their wishes with devotees observing the traditional fast and rituals.
Parul Singh Prays for Devotees’ Happiness and Well-being
Parul Singh described Chhath Mahaparv as an important expression of India’s cultural heritage and devotion to nature.
She said, “Chhath Mahaparv is a beautiful reflection of our rich cultural heritage, devotion and deep respect for nature. The festival teaches us the values of discipline, dedication, purity and gratitude. On this auspicious occasion, I extend my heartfelt wishes to all devotees and pray to Surya Dev and Chhathi Maiya for everyone’s good health, happiness, prosperity and well-being.”
Rakesh Kumar Singh Highlights Message of Social Harmony
Senior journalist Rakesh Kumar Singh said the festival has a special place in India’s spiritual and cultural traditions.
He said, “Chhath Mahaparv holds a special place in India’s cultural and spiritual traditions. It reminds us of the importance of faith, perseverance, humility and our connection with nature. The festival brings families and communities together and strengthens the bonds of social harmony. I wish everyone celebrating Chhath Mahaparv peace, prosperity and happiness.”
Wishes Extended Ahead of Sandhya and Usha Arghya
Both also extended their greetings to devotees preparing for Sandhya Arghya, the evening offering to the setting Sun. They wished devotees success in completing the final rituals, including Usha Arghya, which involves offering prayers to the rising Sun on the concluding day.
They expressed hope that the festival would spread happiness and positivity across households and strengthen the values of unity, devotion and cultural harmony.