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Chandra Shekhar Azad #चंद्रशेखर_आज़ाद

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Chandra Shekhar Azad #चंद्रशेखर_आज़ाद

मलते रह गए हाथ शिकारी, उड़ गया पंछी तोड़ पिटारी, अंतिम गोली ख़ुद को मारी, जियो तिवारी,जनेऊधारी #चंद्रशेखर_आज़ाद

चन्द्रशेखर आज़ाद को कौन नहीं जानता, वे किसी परिचय के मोहताज नहीं है लेकिन उनके जीवन के बारे में जानना अपने आप में रोचक तथा ज्ञानवर्धक जानकारी है| चन्द्रशेखर आज़ाद का जन्म 23 जुलाई 1906 को मध्य प्रदेश के झाबुआ जिले के भाबरा में हुआ था जबकि उनकी मृत्यु 27 फरवरी 1931 को इलाहबाद के अल्फ्रेड पार्क में हुई थी| 

Chandra Shekhar Sitaram Tiwari  23 July 1906 – 27 February 1931), popularly known as Chandra Shekhar Azad, was an Indian revolutionary who reorganised the Hindustan Republican Association (HRA) under its new name of Hindustan Socialist Republican Association (HSRA) after the death of its founder, Ram Prasad Bismil, and three other prominent party leaders, Roshan Singh, Rajendra Nath Lahiri and Ashfaqulla Khan. He hailed from Bardarka village in Unnao district of United Provinces and his parents were Sitaram Tiwari and Jagrani Devi. He often used the pseudonym “Balraj” while signing pamphlets issued as the commander-in-chief of the HSRA

Chandrashekhar Azad was born on 23 July 1906 in Bhabra in Jhabua district of Madhya Pradesh while he died on 27 February 1931 in Alfred Park, Allahabad, which is now known as Chandrashekhar Azad Park. His childhood name was Chandrashekhar Sitaram Tiwari. He is known throughout the world for his fearless style and his steadfastness in his vow to never be captured alive by the British. Let us study 9 unknown and interesting facts about Chandrashekhar Azad through this article.

9 unknown and interesting facts related to Chandrashekhar Azad

1. Chandrashekhar Azad was only 14 years old when he participated in Gandhiji’s non-cooperation movement in 1921. His intelligence can be gauged from the fact that when the British arrested him for participating in this movement, the judge asked him about his and his father’s name and in response Chandrashekhar said, “My name is I am free, my father’s name is freedom and my address is prison.” After this incident, he came to be known as Chandrashekhar Azad.

2.He was a prominent fighter of the Indian freedom struggle who inspired millions of youth of the country. He was one of the closest companions of revolutionaries like Pandit Ram Prasad Bismil and Sardar Bhagat Singh.

    3. In the year 1922, when Mahatma Gandhi suddenly announced the end of the non-cooperation movement, there was a change in his ideology. He joined revolutionary activities and became an active member of Hindustan Republican Association.

    4. By associating with this organization, he carried out the Kakori incident on 9 August 1925 under the leadership of Ram Prasad Bismil and absconded to avoid arrest. Chandrashekhar Azad had built an 8 feet deep and 4 feet wide cave in a temple near Jhansi where he used to live in the guise of a monk. It is believed that when the British came to know about his secret hideout, he managed to deceive the British by disguising himself as a woman.

    5.After the Jallianwala firing incident, Chandrashekhar Azad took archery training from the tribals of Jhabua region of Madhya Pradesh. He always kept a Mauser (automatic pistol) with him. It is also believed that Azad wanted to go to Russia and seek help from Stalin, for which he had demanded an assistance amount of Rs 1200 from Jawahar Lal Nehru.

      6.Azad wanted to destroy all his photographs because he did not want his photographs to fall into the hands of the British. He sent one of his friends to Jhansi to destroy the plate of the last photo but it could not be broken.

      7.It is well known about his last encounter that the police surrounded him in a park in Allahabad and started firing bullets at him. The encounter continued for a long time from both sides. Chandrashekhar Azad kept firing from the cover of a tree to escape from the police.

      8. Seeing that he was running out of bullets, he took the final decision. Keeping his vow never to be captured alive by the British, he shot himself with his last cartridge.

      9.He died in the park of Allahabad, that park was named Chandrashekhar Azad Park after independence. The name of the village in Madhya Pradesh where he lived was changed from Dhimarpura to Azadpura. @parashar

        Perspective : “The Savarkar” The Ideological Left Will Never Tell You About

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        Perspective : “The Savarkar” The Ideological Left Will Never Tell You About

        For certain weeks now, the BJP’s rivals have been calling upon electors to end Narendra Modi’s walk towards a third term. These BJP pundits trust that whenever got back to drive, the Modi government will rework the Constitution that India gave itself in 1947.

        Modi’s faultfinders accept that the new republic will rise post-2024, based on the underpinnings of another Constitution, molded after the purportedly “Hindu exclusivist” driving forces of the BJP’s philosophical guide VD Savarkar.

        Savarkar, the founder of the Hindu Mahasabha, is loathed by the ideological Left for birthing Hindutva – a supposedly divisive ideology that, according to them, spawned Hindu majoritarianism. (X/JM_Scindia)

        Savarkar, the pioneer behind the Hindu Mahasabha, is detested by the philosophical Left for birthing Hindutva – a probably disruptive philosophy that, as indicated by them, generated Hindu majoritarianism.

        The facts confirm that Savarkar was a shameless hero of Hindutva and a Hindu Rashtra. Yet, could his vision for Hindustan (he was unwilling to utilize the term Bharat) fix equivalent citizenship and minority insurances that Dr Ambedkar and his kindred sacred artists had woven into the twist and weft of India’s social texture?

        It would merit addressing this inquiry on VD Savarkar’s punyatithi (demise commemoration).

        As Savarkar’s biographer, Vikram Sampath composes, the ideologue’s perspectives on Hindutva were affected enormously by certain occasions in his time. Savarkar was disappointed with Mahatma Gandhi’s help for a container Islamist Khilafat development, shocked by the ruthless Moplah slaughter of Hindus in the Malabar locale and communicated developing worry over rehashed concessions conceded to the Muslim Association, including separate electorates that he trusted just debilitated the patriot development. Savarkar was especially tormented by the death of Master Shraddhanand, boss campaigner of Shuddi (development for the reconversion to Hinduism) by one Abdul Rashid, whom Mahatma Gandhi would allude to as a ‘dear sibling’.

        Expecting that these occasions would deliver fissiparous propensities among the body politic, Savarkar characterized Hindutva as “patriotism drove by social mix”. To Savarkar then, the basics of Hindutva were “a typical country (Rashtra), a typical race (Jati) and a typical civilisation (Sanskriti). This multitude of fundamentals could best be summarized by expressing in a word that he is a Hindu to whom Sindhustan isn’t just a Punyabhu (Sacred land).”

        As is clear, Savarkar’s Hindutva was comprehensive to the degree that it thought about Jains, Buddhists and Sikhs as Hindus, since the origination of their religion (Heavenly Land) was India. However, did it naturally reject Muslims, Christians, Jews and Parsis?

        However Savarkar saw their ‘isolated love’ as an impediment to joining, he called upon non-Hindus to turn into a piece of the ‘Hindu overlay’ by intentionally promising their ‘adoration’ to a ‘typical Mother’ and perceive India as Pitribhu (homeland) yet in addition as Punyabhu (Sacred land). He refered to the instances of Sister Nivedita and Annie Besant, who had committed themselves to the reason for India’s opportunity, as instances of those whose Christian birth didn’t exclude them from being viewed as Hindus.

        However, did Savarkar’s apparently exclusionary thought of nationhood impact his vision of what the Indian state should be? Not exactly.

        Essentially there’s no indication of it in the draft constitution drawn up by the Hindu Mahasabha. The report acquired vigorously from the thoughts of Savarkar who established the association.

        The Constitution of the Hindusthan Free State (HFS) dependable the essential right to balance and free articulation. It ensured the option to engender and rehearse one’s religion under a popularity based government chose by general grown-up establishment. In any case, beyond anyone’s expectations, this constitution completely precluded any state religion for the Hindusthan Free State or any of its areas. As such, by surmising, it was mainstream in its viewpoint.

        Considering that this constitution was drawn up by an association established by Savarkar and avowedly dedicated to Hindutva, it puts paid to the Left’s cases that had he had his direction, India would have been a “Hindu Pakistan”.

        However nothing can be conclusively said about the future, a Savarkarite constitution positively relieves fears that the BJP would be normally disposed towards drafting one that would leave the way to republicanism and secularism. From :aditya @newzquest

        Views expressed in the above piece are personal and solely that of the author. They do not necessarily reflect Newz Quest’s views..

        What Does Vijay Shekhar Sharma’s Resignation Mean for Paytm Payments Bank?

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        What Does Vijay Shekhar Sharma’s Resignation Mean for Paytm Payments Bank?

        As one of India’s most prominent entrepreneurs, Vijay Shekhar Sharma has been at the helm of Paytm Payments Bank since its inception. However, with his recent resignation announcement, many are left wondering what this shift in leadership means for the future of this fintech giant. In this blog post, we delve into the implications of Sharma’s departure and explore how it may impact the trajectory of Paytm Payments Bank moving forward. Join us as we unpack this pivotal moment in India’s digital banking landscape.

        Introduction to Paytm Payments Bank and Vijay Shekhar Sharma’s resignation

        Introduction to Paytm Payments Bank:

        Paytm Payments Bank was established in 2017 as a joint venture between One97 Communications Ltd and Vijay Shekhar Sharma, the founder of Paytm. It is India’s first mobile-first bank which offers all the basic banking services like savings and current accounts, online transactions, debit cards, and digital wallets. The idea behind this venture was to provide financial inclusion to millions of unbanked Indians by using technology and their existing Paytm user base.

        The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) granted the payments bank license to Paytm after a rigorous screening process. This made it one of the only three entities to receive such a license at that time, other being Airtel Payments Bank and Fino Payments Bank.

        Under Vijay Shekhar Sharma’s leadership, Paytm Payment Banks grew rapidly with a customer base of over 100 million within the first year of its launch. The bank saw tremendous growth with an average deposit per account increasing from Rs.1500 in December 2018 to Rs.20,000 in December 2020.

        Introduction of e-commerce giant Alibaba as an investor further fueled the growth of this young payment bank. Having raised more than $2 billion in funding till now, Paytm Payment Banks have come a long way in their journey towards becoming one of India’s leading digital banks.

        Vijay Shekhar Sharma’s Resignation:

        In October 2021, Vijay Shekhar Sharma announced his resignation from the post of managing director and CEO at Paytm Payments Bank citing personal reasons. His exit came as a shock for many as he had been instrumental in setting up and leading this ambitious project from day one.

        After stepping down from his position at the helm, Vijay will continue to serve on the board as a non-executive director. However, this decision has sparked speculations about what lies ahead for both Mr. Sharma and Paytm Payments Bank.

        The company has not disclosed any future plans for a new CEO or if there will be any structural changes within the organization. With Mr. Sharma’s departure, the leadership of the payment bank is expected to fall on the shoulders of senior executives like Renu Satti, who was heading the bank’s operations before stepping down in 2018.

        Vijay Shekhar Sharma has stepped down as part-time non-executive Chairman of Paytm Payments Bank Limited (PPBL), and the board of the bank has been reconstituted.

        he Reserve Bank has barred the PPBL from accepting deposits and credits from any customer post-March 15 for persistent non-compliances and continued material supervisory concerns in the bank.

        PPBL has reconstituted its Board of Directors with the appointment of Ex-Central Bank of India Chairman Srinivasan Sridhar, retired IAS officer Debendranath Sarangi, former Executive Director of Bank of Baroda Ashok Kumar Garg, and former IAS officer Rajni Sekhri Sibal, Paytm said in a regulatory filing on Monday.

        These persons had recently joined as Independent Directors, it said.

        One 97 Communications Ltd (OCL) is the owner of the Paytm brand.

        “The company has been separately informed that Vijay Shekhar Sharma has also resigned from the Board of Paytm Payments Bank to enable this transition. PPBL has informed us that they will commence the process of appointing a new Chairman,” the filing said.

        OCL supports PPBL’s move of opting for a board with only independent and executive directors by removing its nominee, it added.

        “PPBL’s future business to be led by a reconstituted Board,” the filing stated.

        Conclusion:

        With Vijay Shekhar Sharma’s resignation from Paytm Payment Bank, it remains to be seen how this e-commerce giant navigates through this transition period. As one of India’s leading digital banks, Paytm will need strong leadership and a clear roadmap to continue its growth trajectory in the fiercely competitive market.

        However, one thing remains certain – Vijay Shekhar Sharma’s vision and efforts have laid a solid foundation for Paytm Payment Banks, making it a force to reckon with in India’s digital banking space.

        The Next-Gen Bhajan Singers Who Are Setting the Tone for Ram Temple’s ‘Mere Ghar Ram Aaye Hain’

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        The Next-Gen Bhajan Singers Who Are Setting the Tone for Ram Temple’s ‘Mere Ghar Ram Aaye Hain’

        The new generation of Bhajan singers, whose lyrics and music Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared on X, are being lauded by Gen Z, who have been swept up in the Ram Mandir excitement in the country.

        There was a period when Anup Jalota was associated with Bhajans. Jalota was a phenomenon, whether it was with his legendary ‘Aisi Lagi Lagan‘ or ‘Sri Krishna Govind Hare Murari‘. The 70-year-old, known as ‘Bhajan Samrat,’ was awarded the Padma Shree for his contributions to this type of music. However, it did not have the same impact on the younger generation as it did on those in their 50s and older. Neither did many young people express an interest in this type of music. But not any longer.

        With the opening of the Ram Mandir in a few weeks, many teenagers are said to be preparing to visit Ayodhya, much like their grandparents, as a generation next or Gen Z of Bhajans has developed, who are devotionally chanting Lord Ram melodies. While they have remained faithful to the music tradition, some have attempted to make it more acceptable to the Instagram generation by emulating Coke Studio performances. What else? It piqued the interest of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is expected to inaugurate the magnificent Ram Mandir in Ayodhya on January 22. He has been using the hashtag ‘Shri Ram Bhajan’ to share the work of artists with his millions of followers on social media.

        SWATI MISHRA ‘RAM AAYENGE’ FAME
        Swati Mishra from Bihar, who has been enamoured with Bhajans from a young age, was one among the first Gen Z singers PM Modi shared. PM Modi complimented her song ‘Ram Aayenge’ (Lord Ram shall arrive) as’mesmerising’ on X (previously Twitter).

        #ShriRamBhajan

        Her song, which was released on YouTube three months ago, has received over four and a half crore views. Following the Prime Minister’s appreciation, there has been a torrent of interactions, with over 25,000 comments on that song. The song is not your standard Bhajan, but it has a modern feel that appeals to millennials and Gen Z. The quiet voice and mellow tempo of ‘Ram Aayenge to Angna Sajaungi’ are popularly utilised on Instagram for reels — Gen Z’s communication technique.

        Mishra tells NewzQuest that she is still adjusting to the attention she is receiving. “I sang a Ram song because I wanted to, without any vested interest.” But now everyone is talking about it. I’ve known youngsters as young as six months old who won’t sleep unless they hear this Bhajan. “I believe it was a blessing from Lord Ram,” she remarked, adding that PM Modi sharing her song is “out of this world.”

        BHAJAN IN ‘COKE STUDIO’ STYLE BY HANSRAJ RAGHUWANSHI


        On first glance, it’s difficult to believe Hansraj Raghuwanshi is singing Bhajans. Funky outfits, braided hair like American music icon of the 1960s Jimi Hendrix, and a visual appeal of his performance in a setup resembling a Coke Studio performance. His Bhajans, on the other hand, make the youths groove while gently nodding their heads in time.

        #ShriRamBhajan

        Since the Prime Minister released it, his ‘Jai Shri Ram‘ has gone viral. “The entire country is happy to welcome Lord Shri Ram in Ayodhya,” PM stated to X. On this auspicious day, devotees engaged in devotion to Ram Lalla are expressing their thoughts in a variety of ways. Listen to Hansraj Raghuvanshi ji’s bhajan dedicated to Lord Shri Ram…”

        The song in which he greets Lord Ram as ‘Mere Pyare Ram‘ (My darling Ram) has a considerably more casual tone, deviating from a strictly devout hymn. It has received around 600,000 likes and has been watched over 1.46 crore times on YouTube.


        “I can’t express how grateful I am to PM for sharing my Bhajan. I’d also like to thank my fans for making this Bhajan so popular. But, in the end, it is Prabhu Ram’s benediction,” Raghuwanshi told NewzQuest while wearing a set of amazing earrings.

        RAM BHAJAN BY JUBIN NAUTIYAL HAS 3.4 MILLION VIEWS


        Jubin Nautiyal, a playback singer in his own right, is incredibly melodic. Nautiyal is well-known for his Bhajan performances, which include ‘Tujhe Kitna Chahein Aur Hum’ from ‘Kabir Singh’ and ‘Kinna Sona’ from ‘Marjaavan’.

        A year-old Bhajan titled ‘Mere Ghar Ram Aaye Hain‘ suddenly piqued PM Modi’s interest. He published it on social media, pushing others to pay attention. “On the auspicious occasion of Lord Ram’s consecration, the entire country, including Ayodhya, is celebrating Ram.” This heart-warming welcome Bhajan by Jubin Nautiyal ji, Payal Dev ji, and Manoj Muntashir ji, overflowing with love to Ram Lala…”, PM uploaded on X.

        #ShriRamBhajan

        Payal Dev composed the music and Manoj Muntashir wrote the words for the Bhajan, which was released by T Series. The song has received 3.4 million views so far. It is the most recent Bhajan that the Prime Minister has provided. It is likely to receive a lot of traffic in the coming days, similar to Mishra and Raghuwanshi’s Bhajans.
        The song conveys the passion of a devotee’s lengthy wait (‘lambi intezaar’) for Lord Ram and his eagerness to see the moment when he finally returns home (‘Mere Ghar Ram Aaye Hain‘).


        As India prepares for the consecration ceremony in Ayodhya on January 22, a new breed of Bhajan singers employing unconventional vocals and instruments has captured the interest of a generation.

        NewzQuest Whishes’ a Happy “RAM UTASAV” TO ALL !!

        Chhath Puja: A Sacred Celebration of Sun Worship

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        Chhath Puja: A Sacred Celebration of Sun Worship

        Introduction:

        Chhath Puja, also known as Surya Shashti, is a vibrant and deeply spiritual festival celebrated predominantly in the Indian states of Bihar, Jharkhand, Eastern Uttar Pradesh, and some parts of Nepal. This ancient Hindu festival, dedicated to the worship of the sun god, is a unique blend of rituals, devotion, and community spirit.

        Historical and Cultural Significance:

        Chhath Puja finds its roots in ancient scriptures and is believed to date back to the Vedic period. The festival holds great historical and cultural significance, symbolizing gratitude to the sun for sustaining life on Earth. It is celebrated on the sixth day after Diwali, usually in October or November.

        Chhath Puja Muhurat For 2023 New Delhi, India

        शुक्रवार, 17 नवंबर 2023 पहला दिन नहाय-खाय

        शनिवार, 18 नवंबर 2023  दूसरा दिन      खरना

        रविवार, 19 नवंबर 2023  तीसरा दिनसंध्या अर्घ्य

        सोमवार,  20 नवंबर 2023  चौथा दिन   उषा अर्घ्य

        Chhath Puja Muhurat For 2024 New Delhi, India

        7 November (Sandhya Arghya) Sunset time : 17:31:29

        8 November (Usha Arghya) Sunrise time :06:38:38

        Rituals and Celebrations:

        Nahay Khay (First Day):

        The festival begins with devotees taking a holy dip in rivers, ponds, or other water bodies. This means that after bathing, the house is cleaned and vegetarian food is eaten to protect the mind from the vengeful tendency. They prepare a special meal known as ‘Kaddu-Bhat’ and eat only once during the day.

        Lohanda and Kharna (Second Day):

        Kharna is the second day of Chhath Puja. Kharna means the fast of the whole day. On this day, the devotees are not allowed to drink even a single drop of water. In the evening, gur ki kheer(jaggery kheer), typically kheer (rice pudding) fruits and chapati full of ghee prasad is offered to the sun god and fast breaking only in the evening after sunset.

        Sandhya Arghya (Third Day):

        On the third day of Chhath puja, an arghya is offered to the sun god during the Kartik Shukla Shashthi. Devotees gather at the riverbanks or other water bodies during the evening, offering ‘Arghya’ (offerings) to the setting sun. This ritual is performed with deep reverence and gratitude. In the evening, a bamboo basket is decorated with fruits, thekua and rice laddus, after which devotees offer an arghya to the sun with their families. At the time of Arghya, water and milk is offered to Sun God and the Chhathi Maiya is worshiped from a soop filled with prasad. After the worship of Sun God, Shashthi Devi songs are sung in the night and the vrat katha is heard.

        Usha Arghya (Fourth Day): The final day involves offering Arghya to the rising sun. In the morning, an arghya is offered to the Sun God. On this day, before sunrise, the devotees have to go to the riverbank to offer an arghya to the rising sun. Devotees assemble before dawn, expressing their devotion and seeking blessings for their families and loved ones. After this, the protection of the child from Chhathi maiya and the happiness of the entire family is sought for peace. After worship, devotees drink sharbat and raw milk, and eat a little prasad in order to break one’s fast which is called Paran or Parana.

        Significance of Sun Worship:

        The sun, in Hindu mythology, is considered a symbol of life, energy, and healing. Chhath Puja is a way of expressing gratitude to the sun for sustaining life on Earth and promoting well-being. The rituals associated with the festival are believed to purify the mind and soul, fostering spiritual growth.

        Chhath Puja, also known as Sun Shashthi is celebrated on Kartik Shukla Shashthi. This festival is celebrated after 6 days of Diwali and mainly celebrated in the states of Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Jharkhand with great fanfare. On Chhath Puja, worshiping Sun God and Chhathi maiya helps you gain health, wealth and happiness. In the last few years, Chhath Pooja has got a special significance as a folk festival. This is the reason why the festival is celebrated with great pomp and show.

        Significance of Chhath Puja & Chhathi Maiya

        The Chhath Puja is dedicated to the Sun God. The sun is the god visible to every being, is the basis of life of all creatures on earth. Along with the Sun God, Chhathi Maiya is also worshipped on this day. According to Vedic Astrology, Chhathi maiya or Chhathi mata protects the offspring and provides longevity to them.

        In the Hindu religion, the Shashthi Devi has also been known as Manas Daughter of Brahma ji. In the Puranas, she is also said to be the mother Katyayani, who is worshiped on Navratri on the Shashti date. Shashthi Devi is said to be Chhath Maiya in the local language of Bihar-Jharkhand.

        The Festival of Chhath Puja

        Chhath Puja is a folk festival that lasted four days. This is a four-day festival, which starts with Kartik Shukla Chaturthi and ends with Kartik Shukla Saptami.

        Chhath Puja Vidhi

        Get all the samagri before the Chhath puja and offer an arghya to Sun God:

        ● 3 large bamboo baskets, 3 soop made of bamboo or brass, plate, milk and glass

        ● Rice, red vermilion, lamp, coconut, turmeric, sugarcane, suthani, vegetable and sweet potato

        ● Pear, big lemons, honey, paan, whole herd, caravans, camphor, sandalwood and dessert

        ● As prasad, take thekua, malpua, kheer-puri, semolina pudding, rice ladoos.

        Chhath Puja Arghya Vidhi

        Place the above Chhath puja samagri in the bamboo basket. Put the whole prasad in soop and burn the lamp in the soop. Then, all the women stand in knee deep water with traditional soop in their hands to offer an arghya to the sun.

        Legend Associated with Chhath Puja

        The Chhathi Maiya is worshiped on the Chhath festival, which is also mentioned in the Brahma Vaivarta Purana. According to a legend, King Priyavrat, son of First Manu Swayambhu, had no children. Because of this, he used to be very sad. Maharishi Kashyap asked him to do a yajna. According to Maharishis orders, he performed a yajna for a son. After this, Queen Malini gave birth to a son but unfortunately the baby was born dead. King and other family members were very sad because of this. Only then a craft seen in the sky, where Mata Shashthi was sitting. When the king prayed to her, then she introduced herself and said that – I am the manas daughter of Lord Brahma, Shashthi Devi. I protect all the children of the world and give the blessings of children to all childless parents.

        After this, Goddess blessed the lifeless child with her hands, so that he was alive. The king was very pleased with the grace of Goddess and he worshiped the goddess Shashthi Devi. It is believed that after this puja, this festival is celebrated worldwide.

        Religious and Cultural Significance of Chhath Puja

        Chhath Puja is a festival of religious and cultural importance. This is the only festival in which Sun god is worshipped and offered an arghya. The worship of the sun in Hindu religion is of great importance. He is the only God whom we can see on a regular basis. In the Vedas, the Sun God is called the soul of the world. The light of the sun has an ability to destroy many diseases. With the auspicious effect of the sun, the person gets health, wealth and self-confidence. In Vedic astrology, the sun is said to be the factor of soul, father, ancestor, respect and high government services. On the Chhath Puja, worship of Sun god and Shashti Maiya is achieved for a person, children, pleasure and desire. Culturally, the main feature of this festival is the simplicity of tradition, love for purity and nature.

        Significance of Chhath Puja the Astrological Way

        The Chhath festival is of great importance even as per scientific and astrological point of view. The sixth tithi of the Kartik Shukla Paksha is a special astronomical occasion, when the sun is situated in the southern hemisphere of the earth. During this time, ultraviolet rays of the sun collect more than the normal amount on the earth. The direct effect of these harmful rays falls on peoples eyes, stomach and skin. The worship and offering an arghya to the sun on the Chhath puja should not harm the person with ultraviolet rays, hence the importance of Sun worship increases.

        Community Spirit:

        Chhath Puja is not only a personal and family-oriented celebration but also a community event. Devotees come together, sharing the joy of devotion, assisting each other in the performance of rituals, and creating a strong sense of community.

        Conclusion:

        Chhath Puja stands as a testament to the rich cultural and religious tapestry of India. Beyond its religious aspects, the festival promotes environmental consciousness, as the rituals involve a deep connection with nature and water bodies. It is a celebration that beautifully blends tradition, spirituality, and community, providing a glimpse into the profound cultural heritage of the regions where it is observed.

        We hope you liked this article based on Chhath Puja.

        NewzQuest wishes all our readers a happy Chhath Puja!

        @newzque

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