Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sahay performed worship of Mother Kali and Mother Durga and prayed for the state's prosperity

Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sahay today evening visited the famous Maa Kali temple, Kali Badi, and the Durga Puja pandal in the capital Raipur. He performed worship of Maa Kali and Maa Durga according to rituals and offered prayers for the happiness, prosperity, well‑being and good health of the people of the state. He bowed his head at the feet of the goddess and sought her blessings to maintain peace, happiness and prosperity in Chhattisgarh. The chief minister, with devotion and reverence, worshipped the goddess and wished continuous progress for the state and prosperity in every family’s life. He said that this sacred occasion of worshiping power connects us with our faith, culture and glorious traditions. Mother Durga is a symbol of strength, courage and positive energy. Her worship inspires us to face life’s challenges bravely and to move forward on the path of truth, dharma and virtue. He stated that Chhattisgarh’s identity lies in its rich culture, folk traditions and religious faith. Our festivals and celebrations are not merely religious rites but also opportunities to strengthen social harmony, mutual love and brotherhood. Such events bring together different sections of society in one strand and introduce the younger generation to our cultural heritage and life values. The chief minister said that during Navratri and Durga Puja there is an atmosphere of devotion and enthusiasm across the state. This festival of worshipping power reminds us of the reverence for mother‑power and her important role in society. Our culture has always given the highest place to women’s power. He prayed to the goddess that peace and happiness remain in every family of Chhattisgarh, that farmers’ fields receive abundance, that the dreams of youth take new flight, and that mothers and sisters enjoy happiness. May the grace of the goddess keep Chhattisgarh moving continuously on the path of development, prosperity and well‑being. Chief Minister Sahay met the devotees at the Kali Badi temple and the Durga Puja pandal and wished them a happy Navratri and Durga Puja. The devotees and public gave him a warm welcome. Present at the occasion were MLA Purandar Mishra, officials of the Bengali Kali Badi Committee, Raipur, dignitaries and a large number of devotees.