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Bihar's Asgar Ali Marks Chhath Puja, Fulfilling 2016 Election Promise
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 15 Nov 2026, 01:47 PM
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Bihar politician Asgar Ali observed the Chhath festival today, recalling the pledge he made while courting votes in 2016.
Bihar politician Asgar Ali took part in the rituals of Chhath Puja today, fulfilling a promise he publicly made during the 2016 election campaign. The observance was carried out at the traditional riverbank venue where devotees gather to offer prayers to the Sun God.
Chhath is a major Hindu festival celebrated in Bihar and neighboring states, known for its rigorous fasting, sunrise and sunset offerings, and devotion to Surya and his consort. Participants stand in the water, sing hymns and present arghya to the setting and rising sun.
Ali's decision to observe the festival comes after he pledged to respect the cultural sentiment of the electorate while seeking their support in 2016. By honoring the tradition now, he aims to demonstrate continuity between his earlier commitment and present actions.
Local residents noted his participation as a sign of political leaders acknowledging regional customs, though no official statements were released beyond the observance itself.
Chhath is a major Hindu festival celebrated in Bihar and neighboring states, known for its rigorous fasting, sunrise and sunset offerings, and devotion to Surya and his consort. Participants stand in the water, sing hymns and present arghya to the setting and rising sun.
Ali's decision to observe the festival comes after he pledged to respect the cultural sentiment of the electorate while seeking their support in 2016. By honoring the tradition now, he aims to demonstrate continuity between his earlier commitment and present actions.
Local residents noted his participation as a sign of political leaders acknowledging regional customs, though no official statements were released beyond the observance itself.