Chhath preserves indigenous knowledge: VP Yadav

Kathmandu, Nov 15: Vice President Ram Sahaya Prasad Yadav has said that the Chhath festival is a distinctive Nepali cultural tradition that strengthens national unity, social harmony, and a shared identity across the Himalayas, hills, and Madhes.

In his message of best wishes on the occasion of the Chhath festival today, he highlighted the festival’s teachings of gratitude to nature, self-discipline, patience, devotion, and respect for every stage of life.

Yadav also noted that Chhath preserves indigenous knowledge and local culture through traditional materials, foods, and rituals.

The participation of people from diverse communities and backgrounds, he said, makes it a celebration of coexistence, cooperation, and collective responsibility. RSS