Cleanliness is the buzzword of the season. Prime Minister Narendra Modis call for a Swachh Bharat and the Chhath festival have the same purpose purity of soul. Modi launched the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan across the country on October 2 to encourage cleanliness. Many leaders and celebrities joined in the drive to inspire others. In Bihar, Chhath automatically forces people to pledge for purity, discipline and cleanliness for four continuous days. Chhath is unique because no formal ritual is performed and no priest is required. It is performed with the highest sense of devotion, with physical and mental purity. During the festival, there is a sea change in the city and everybody joins in...
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