Bhubaneswar: As the sacred dawn of Nuakhai heralds the arrival of the new harvest, hearts across our land unite in reverence to offer the first produce of the soil to Maa Samaleswari, praying for her eternal blessings of abundance, harmony, and prosperity.
On this auspicious occasion, Dr. Arabinda Kumar Padhee, Additional Chief Secretary, Revenue and Disaster Management, along with his wife Shrimati Usha Padhee, Additional Chief Secretary, Housing and Urban Development, celebrated Nuakhai at their home with traditional fervor, piety, and humility.
For Dr. Padhee, who holds a PhD in Agriculture, this celebration goes far beyond a seasonal ritual; it is a profound testament to a lifelong passion for the soil. Despite holding highest administrative responsibilities in the state, his heart remains firmly attached to farming.
In a deeply emotional tribute to our agrarian heritage, the couple cultivated paddy themselves at their residence. Gathering this fresh harvest with their own hands and offering the first grains, the Nabanna, to Maa Samaleswari with utmost reverence reflects a soul deeply connected to the Earth.
It is a moving reminder that no matter how high we reach in governance or public life, our true nourishment comes from the soil and the hard work of our farmers. Experiencing the sacred journey of seed to grain firsthand brings an unexplainable sense of fulfillment, humility, and gratitude to the Almighty.
Nuakhai Juhaar to all. May the divine blessings of Maa Samaleswari touch every home, bringing happiness, health, a bountiful harvest, and endless prosperity to our land.