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Chhattisgarh FM O.P. Choudhary Hails Diwali Celebration with Bastar Jawans
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🗓 08 Nov 2026, 10:32 PM
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Finance Minister O.P. Choudhary said celebrating Diwali alongside Bastar jawans is a matter of pride for Chhattisgarh.
Chhattisgarh's Finance Minister O.P. Choudhary expressed that observing Diwali together with jawans from the Bastar region fills the state with pride. The statement underscores the government's effort to involve security forces in cultural festivities, reinforcing the bond between civilians and the armed personnel deployed in the tribal belt.
Choudhary highlighted that the joint celebration reflects solidarity amid ongoing security challenges in Bastar, a district that has witnessed insurgent activity for years. By sharing the festival's rituals and lights with the soldiers, the administration aims to boost morale and foster a sense of community.
The minister's remarks were made as part of a broader outreach program that includes visits to forward posts during the festive season. Such initiatives are intended to reassure both the troops and local residents that the state values their contributions and cultural traditions alike.
While details of the specific ceremony were not disclosed, the emphasis remained on the symbolic importance of unity during India's Festival of Lights, reinforcing Chhattisgarh's commitment to inclusive celebrations across all sections of society.
Choudhary highlighted that the joint celebration reflects solidarity amid ongoing security challenges in Bastar, a district that has witnessed insurgent activity for years. By sharing the festival's rituals and lights with the soldiers, the administration aims to boost morale and foster a sense of community.
The minister's remarks were made as part of a broader outreach program that includes visits to forward posts during the festive season. Such initiatives are intended to reassure both the troops and local residents that the state values their contributions and cultural traditions alike.
While details of the specific ceremony were not disclosed, the emphasis remained on the symbolic importance of unity during India's Festival of Lights, reinforcing Chhattisgarh's commitment to inclusive celebrations across all sections of society.