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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has revealed that the Indian government is working to get Chhath Puja included in UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list. He shared this exciting news during his monthly Mann Ki Baat radio programme, highlighting how this recognition would showcase the festival's beauty to the world. The Prime Minister described Chhath as a special festival dedicated to the Sun God that's becoming increasingly global in its celebration. This effort follows the successful inclusion of Kolkata's Durga Puja in the UNESCO list back in 2021, showing a pattern of promoting India's rich cultural heritage internationally.

Key Points: PM Modi Says India Pushing Chhath Puja for UNESCO Heritage

  • PM Modi announced the effort during his 126th Mann Ki Baat radio address
  • Inclusion aims to help the world experience the festival's grandeur
  • Chhath Puja is described as a sacred festival dedicated to the Sun God
  • This follows the successful UNESCO listing of Kolkata's Durga Puja in 2021
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Govt of India is striving to include Chhath in UNESCO heritage list: PM Modi in Mann Ki Baat

PM Modi announces India's effort to get Chhath Puja on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list, aiming to showcase its global grandeur and divinity.

"The Government of India is striving to include the Chhath Mahaparva in UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage List. - PM Narendra Modi"

New Delhi, September 28

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in the 126th edition of his monthly radio programme 'Mann ki Baat', said that the Government of India is working to get the Chhath Mahaparva added to UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage List.

He added that this will help people all over the world learn about the festival's importance and beauty.

PM Modi said, "I am very happy to inform you that the Government of India is also engaged in a major endeavour connected with Chhath Puja. The Government of India is striving to include the Chhath Mahaparva in UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage List. When Chhath Puja is included in the UNESCO list, people in every corner of the world will be able to experience its grandeur and divinity."

The Prime Minister said that festivals like Chhath Puja keep India's culture alive.

He described Chhath Puja as a special festival dedicated to the Sun God, celebrated not just in India but around the world, and said it is becoming a global festival.

"Our festivals keep India's culture alive. Chhath Puja is a sacred festival that comes after Diwali. This grand festival, dedicated to the Sun God, is very special. In it, we offer prayers to the setting sun and worship it. Chhath is not only celebrated in different parts of the country, but its splendour is also seen across the world. Today, it is becoming a global festival," PM Modi said.

PM said that Kolkata's Durga Puja was recently included in UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list because of the government's efforts.

He added that giving such global recognition to India's festivals helps the world learn about and join in these celebrations.

"Some time ago, on account of similar efforts by the Government of India, Kolkata's Durga Puja also became a part of this UNESCO list. If we accord our cultural events such global recognition, the world will also know about them, understand them, and come forward to participate in them," PM Modi said.

Durga Puja was included in UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2021.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Great initiative! Chhath Puja truly represents India's spiritual heritage. The way entire communities come together for 4 days of fasting and prayers is remarkable. Hope UNESCO recognizes its cultural significance soon.
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Sarah B
While I appreciate the effort to promote Indian culture, I hope the government also focuses on preserving the rivers and water bodies where Chhath is performed. The environmental aspect is equally important for this festival's future.
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Arjun K
Seeing Chhath Puja celebrated in countries like USA, UK, and Australia shows how our traditions are going global. UNESCO recognition will help preserve this beautiful festival for future generations worldwide. 👏
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Michael C
As someone who witnessed Chhath Puja in Delhi last year, the discipline and devotion of the devotees is incredible. The sunrise prayers by the river are truly magical. Definitely deserves UNESCO status!
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Nisha Z
After Durga Puja's UNESCO recognition, Chhath Puja getting the same honor would be amazing! Our government is doing good work in promoting Indian culture on global platforms. More power to such initiatives! 🇮🇳

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