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Pushpa Kamal Dahal, Coordinator of the CPN (Maoist Center) general convention organizing committee, has highlighted the importance of enhancing mutual respect, social harmony, and cooperation among progressive forces.

On the occasion of Chhath, a significant festival of public faith, social unity, and gratitude towards nature, he conveyed his greetings to all Nepali brothers and sisters both at home and abroad, stating, 'I believe that by fostering mutual respect, social harmony, and cooperation among progressive forces, we can collectively advance towards creating a prosperous, just, and socialist Nepal.'

In the current challenging political, economic, and social landscape, the message of self-confidence, patience, and optimism that Chhath embodies has become increasingly vital, he remarked.

The former Prime Minister added, “May the Chhath festival illuminate the darkness within nature and humanity, bringing forth light, purity, and positive energy in everyone. I earnestly wish for a new era of peace, prosperity, and stability in the nation.”

Celebrated as the principal festival of Madhesh-Terai, Chhath is intricately linked with our culture, traditions, labor relations, and everyday life. It enhances the bond between humans and nature, promoting awareness of coexistence, balance, and self-purification.

Speaker of the House of Representatives (HoR) Devraj Ghimire has highlighted the urgent need to turn the country's challenging situation, which arose following the Gen Z movement, into peace and stability as quickly as possible.

On the occasion of Chhath Festival 2082 BS, Speaker Ghimire shared a message of best wishes today, stating, “In the wake of the movement led by the younger generation, it is essential for the government, political parties, youth, civil society, and the citizens of Nepal to collaborate in transforming the current unrest into peace and stability. It is crucial for all of us to collectively commit to addressing the youth's demands for an end to corruption and the establishment of good governance.”

He conveyed his warm wishes to all Nepali brothers and sisters, both in home and abroad, expressing hope that this festival will help eliminate social, caste, and gender inequalities, thereby further enhancing national unity.

He remarked, 'I genuinely hope that the worship of the Sun God and the blessings of Mother Chhathi will motivate us all to safeguard our constitutional achievements and progress towards creating a prosperous, inclusive, and well-governed Nepal.'

Prime Minister Sushila Karki said that the upcoming election on March 5 will be regarded as a national ritual. 

In her best wishes message released today for Chhath festival, a significant festival dedicated to the worship of the Sun, Prime Minister Karki emphasized, 'I call on all parties to also embrace the upcoming election as a national ritual and to participate in and make it successful.' 

The message reflects on the circumstances following the Gen-Z movement, highlighting the obligation to hold the House of Representatives (HoR) election on March 5.  The message calls for all parties to acknowledge the sensitivity of the current situation and their individual responsibilities, working collectively to ensure the election's success. 

The message reads, 'Street protests alone are not the solution to all problems,' and adds, 'Even if one has certain stances or grievances, presenting them peacefully to win the support of the general public and getting them approved through elections is the best method of democracy.' 

The Prime Minister conveyed her best wishes to all Nepali brothers and sisters, both in home and abroad, expressing hope that this festival will help eliminate social, caste, and gender disparities, thereby enhancing national unity.  

She stated, 'I sincerely hope that the worship of the Sun God and the blessings of Mother Chhathi will inspire all of us to protect our constitutional achievements and move forward towards building a prosperous, inclusive, and well-governed Nepal.'

President Ram Chandra Paudel has conveyed his conviction that the Chhath festival will foster national unity among the Nepali people. 

In a message of greetings issued today for Chhath Festival–2082 BS, he remarked, "I am confident that this festival will motivate the elimination of all forms of discrimination, bias, and inequality, including those related to class, ethnicity, and gender, thus enhancing national unity among all Nepalis, while also preserving and promoting indigenous culture and reinforcing mutual harmony." 

President Paudel further noted that the Chhath festival will play a significant role in achieving sustainable peace, good governance, development, and prosperity. 

The festival of Chhath is celebrated with great reverence for the sun, water, and earth, involving the worship of the Chhathi goddess, performing rituals, and fasting, while vigilantly staying awake overnight along the banks of rivers, ponds, and lakes in a festive and joyful manner. 

It is believed that fulfilling the Chhath fast correctly yields desired outcomes, enhances family well-being, and alleviates personal sorrows and troubles, ushering in auspiciousness. 

President Paudel emphasized, "Recognizing that life on Earth is dependent on the sun, dedicating oneself both physically and mentally to remain at locations where water flows from the fourth to the seventh day of the bright fortnight of Kartik, offering milk to the rising and setting sun, and engaging in worship during this festival appears to assist individuals in fulfilling their responsibilities towards nature, fostering environmental awareness, as well as promoting family and social unity.