Bihar welcomed the New Year with joyous celebrations that carried over from December 31. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and other leaders extended warm wishes to the people of Bihar and the nation. Nitish Kumar expressed hopes for happiness, peace, prosperity, and success in the New Year, emphasizing the collective efforts needed to build a better Bihar.
Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary also conveyed his greetings, wishing for happiness, prosperity, and good health for all in Bihar. Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha echoed similar sentiments, extending well-wishes for happiness, prosperity, health, and well-being in the lives of all Bihar residents.
The onset of the New Year saw a surge in visits to temples and gurdwaras across Patna and other districts of Bihar. Devotees flocked to seek blessings and offer prayers for a positive start to 2026. Temples like the Hanuman Temple at Patna Junction and the Patan Devi temples witnessed large crowds, reflecting the spirit of the occasion.
In Patna, Sikh devotees gathered at the Takht Shri Harimandir Sahib Gurdwara to pray for peace, prosperity, and well-being in the New Year. The atmosphere was serene and filled with hope as people came together to seek happiness, harmony, and progress in the year ahead.
