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Culture and various states, is also abroad. Inclusion of Chhath
actively working in this direction. Puja in the UNESCO list will be
Following Durga Puja, efforts are a global recognition of India's
now underway to elevate Chhath living tradition that establishes
Puja to this level of recognition. a sacred relationship between
It is not only a religious ritual, people and nature.
but also a beautiful symbol These intangible heritage
of the Indian approach to the sites of India remind us that
environment, family, and society. our culture is not just a story
A New Era of dialogue with of the past. It is the identity of
Culture our present and the inspiration
The songs echoing on the for our future. When India's
ghats during Chhath Puja, the traditions are respected on
restraint and devotion of women the global stage, it is not just a
and the sight of offering ‘arghya’ matter of pride, but also a sign of
to the Sun, now connect people the renaissance of the heritage
emotionally not only in India, but that we have preserved.
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