Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in Durga Puja ceremonies on Tuesday at the Kali Bari Temple in Chittaranjan Park, Delhi, during Maha Ashtami celebrations. The prime minister conducted worship rituals and received blessings at the temple known for its connection to Bengali cultural traditions in the capital city. BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj attended the event and noted Modi's devotional participation in the religious observances at both the temple and the adjacent pandal.
Dr. Rajiv, secretary of the temple committee, praised the arrangements and expressed honor at hosting the prime minister's visit. The officiating priest, Dr. Ranjeet Kumar Pahadi, confirmed Modi personally performed the Aarti ceremony for the goddess. Modi later wrote on social media that Chittaranjan Park represents Bengali culture, and he prayed for the happiness and welfare of all citizens during the festival that demonstrates societal unity.
Dr. Rajiv, secretary of the temple committee, praised the arrangements and expressed honor at hosting the prime minister's visit. The officiating priest, Dr. Ranjeet Kumar Pahadi, confirmed Modi personally performed the Aarti ceremony for the goddess. Modi later wrote on social media that Chittaranjan Park represents Bengali culture, and he prayed for the happiness and welfare of all citizens during the festival that demonstrates societal unity.
