Patna: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Wednesday attended a Dahi-Chura feast organised by Janata Dal (United) MLA Ratnesh Sada on the occasion of Makar Sankranti.

Political and Social Significance

During the event, Ratnesh Sada felicitated the Chief Minister by presenting him with a shawl and a bouquet. Several senior leaders of the party and ministers were present, reflecting the political and social importance of the occasion.

Among those in attendance were JD(U) National Working President Sanjay Kumar Jha, Water Resources Minister Vijay Kumar Chaudhary, JD(U) State President Umesh Kushwaha, MLAs Shyam Rajak, Sheila Kumari, and Santosh Kumar Nirala, MLCs Sanjay Kumar Singh alias Gandhiji and Kumud Verma, JD(U) National General Secretary Manish Kumar Verma, and Patna Mayor Sita Sahu, along with numerous party officials, workers, and other dignitaries.

CM Extends Festive Greetings

The Chief Minister shared pictures of the event on his X handle. Earlier in the day, he greeted the people, writing, “Heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to all on the occasion of Makar Sankranti. My wish is that this festival brings happiness, peace, and prosperity to everyone. May you all celebrate it with joy, mutual affection, and harmony.”

A day earlier, on Tuesday, CM Nitish Kumar attended a similar Dahi-Chura feast at the residence of Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha, which was also attended by Deputy CM Samrat Chaudhary and several other ministers.

Cultural Importance of Dahi-Chura

In Bihar, Makar Sankranti is celebrated not only as a religious festival but also as a symbol of social harmony and cultural identity. Traditional food items such as Dahi-Chura, Tilkut, and other sweets are key elements of the feast and form an essential part of the celebrations.

Dahi-Chura, in particular, holds a special place in Bihar’s culinary tradition, representing values of simplicity, equality, and community bonding. The festival is celebrated with equal enthusiasm across villages and cities, bringing together people from all sections of society.

During Makar Sankranti, a series of Dahi-Chura events is organised by various political parties and leaders. This year, Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha hosted an event at his official residence in Patna on Tuesday, while Janshakti Janata Dal National President held a feast at his residence on Wednesday. Congress also organised an event at its headquarters, ‘Sadaqat Ashram’ in Patna.