President Smt Murmu graces ‘Seva Samman Parv’

The President Smt Droupadi Murmu graced ‘Seva Samman Parv’ and ‘Yuva Prabodhan’ on the occasion of the Nuakhai festival in Raipur, Chhattisgarh today .

Speaking on the occasion, the President said that Nuakhai Milan Samaroh is not merely a cultural celebration; it is a tribute to our rich traditions, social harmony and unity. Such occasions provide us with an opportunity to reconnect with our roots, take pride in our cultural heritage, and pass on the life values to future generations.

The President stated that the Nuakhai festival is a celebration of our agricultural traditions, an expression of gratitude toward nature and a testament to the spirit of community. This festival reminds us that food is not just a means to satisfy hunger; it is a symbol of the hard work of our farmers, the generosity of Mother Earth and the invaluable gifts of nature. She underlined that it is our collective responsibility to respect food, acknowledge the contributions of our farmers, and protect our natural resources.

The President was happy to note that through the efforts of the central and state governments, combined with their own strength of will, the youth of Chhattisgarh have moved away from the path of Naxalism and joined the mainstream. The light of development is now replacing the darkness of terror. She said that this transformation is leading to the well-being of the young people and their families while accelerating the development of the state and the country.(UPDATED ON 22ND OCT 26)