Lakhs of devotees celebrate Chhath Puja at the ghats of Ganga. File
| Photo Credit: Debasish Bhaduri
The government is striving to get the 'Chhath Mahaparva' included in the UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage List and when that happens, people in every corner of the world will be able to experience the festival's grandeur and divinity, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Sunday (September 28, 2025).In his monthly Mann Ki Baat radio broadcast, Mr. Modi also pointed out that some time ago, on account of similar efforts by the government, Kolkata's Durga Puja also became a part of this UNESCO list. Published - September 28, 2025 03:50 pm IST
