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Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary to Inaugurate Pitru Paksha Mahasangam Fair in Gayaji, Bihar
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 25 Sep 2026, 01:45 PM
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The statewide Pitru Paksha Mahasangam fair, running until Oct 10, will be opened today in Gayaji, Bihar, by Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary, with extensive security, decorations and laser shows prepared for pilgrims.
Gayaji in Bihar will host the annual Pitru Paksha Mahasangam fair from today, marking the start of the 2026 observance of the Hindu ancestor‑worship period. The event, scheduled to run until 10 October, is expected to draw large numbers of devotees who come to pay homage to their forebears.
Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary is slated to perform the inauguration ceremony, signalling the state government's endorsement and logistical support for the fair. Organisers have coordinated with police and disaster‑management teams to ensure crowd control, medical aid and traffic management throughout the venue.
In addition to traditional rituals, the fair will feature modern attractions such as laser light shows, elaborate decorative installations and dedicated facilities for pilgrims, including clean‑water stations and temporary shelters. The comprehensive preparations aim to provide a safe and spiritually enriching experience for attendees.
State officials said the event also serves to boost local tourism and commerce, with vendors setting up stalls for food, religious items and handicrafts. Continuous monitoring will be in place to address any security concerns as the fair progresses.
The Pitru Paksha Mahasangam in Gayaji thus combines age‑old customs with contemporary infrastructure, reflecting Bihar's commitment to preserving cultural heritage while catering to present‑day needs.
Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary is slated to perform the inauguration ceremony, signalling the state government's endorsement and logistical support for the fair. Organisers have coordinated with police and disaster‑management teams to ensure crowd control, medical aid and traffic management throughout the venue.
In addition to traditional rituals, the fair will feature modern attractions such as laser light shows, elaborate decorative installations and dedicated facilities for pilgrims, including clean‑water stations and temporary shelters. The comprehensive preparations aim to provide a safe and spiritually enriching experience for attendees.
State officials said the event also serves to boost local tourism and commerce, with vendors setting up stalls for food, religious items and handicrafts. Continuous monitoring will be in place to address any security concerns as the fair progresses.
The Pitru Paksha Mahasangam in Gayaji thus combines age‑old customs with contemporary infrastructure, reflecting Bihar's commitment to preserving cultural heritage while catering to present‑day needs.