Bhubaneswar : Chief Minister Mohan Majhi returned to his roots on the sacred occasion of Diwali, joining his family and fellow villagers at Raikala village, his birthplace in Keonjhar district. He celebrated the festival by playing madal (traditional instrument).

In a tweet, the CM described the day as a source of ‘immense joy’, recalling how the village’s “great culture, traditions, and warmth” continually inspire and empower him.

“Following traditional customs, celebrating the festival by playing the madal with everyone was a unique experience for me,” Majhi wrote, emphasizing that Deepabali is more than a festival of lights—it embodies Odisha’s rich heritage, Odia identity, and reverence for nature.

He offered prayers to Maa Kali and Maa Lakshmi, invoking blessings for happiness, pe

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