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MP Nitin Nabin Visits Patlipul Digha Ghat on Chhath Puja, Highlights Global Reach of Bihar’s Culture
✍️ DD India
🗓 13 Nov 2026, 11:01 AM
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Member of Parliament Nitin Nabin visited Patlipul’s Digha Ghat in Patna during Chhath Puja, saying the festival projects Bihar’s cultural heritage onto the world stage.
Patna – On the auspicious occasion of Chhath Puja, MP Nitin Nabin made a brief visit to Patlipul’s Digha Ghat, a key site where devotees gather to offer prayers to the Sun God. The politician arrived amid the early morning rituals, observing the sea of saffron‑clad worshippers performing the traditional arghya.
During his walk along the ghat, Nabin highlighted the growing prominence of Chhath beyond Bihar, noting that the festival now attracts attention from diaspora communities and international media. He emphasized that the rituals, songs, and communal spirit embody the state’s rich cultural tapestry and deserve global recognition.
The MP’s remarks came as local authorities continued to ensure safety and smooth conduct of the celebrations, with additional lighting and crowd‑management measures in place. Nabin concluded by urging the youth to preserve the heritage while promoting Bihar’s cultural identity on a broader platform.
During his walk along the ghat, Nabin highlighted the growing prominence of Chhath beyond Bihar, noting that the festival now attracts attention from diaspora communities and international media. He emphasized that the rituals, songs, and communal spirit embody the state’s rich cultural tapestry and deserve global recognition.
The MP’s remarks came as local authorities continued to ensure safety and smooth conduct of the celebrations, with additional lighting and crowd‑management measures in place. Nabin concluded by urging the youth to preserve the heritage while promoting Bihar’s cultural identity on a broader platform.