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Aarti Kujur Delighted To Share Jharkhand’s Karma Festival Tradition With PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was welcomed at Ranchi airport early this morning by Aarti Kujur, a Jharkhand woman who performed the ritual of ‘Jahva’ on his ears. This ritual is part of the Karma festival, a significant celebration in Jharkhand.

Later, Aarti Kujur, who is also the Jharkhand BJP vice-president, expressed her joy about meeting PM Modi and performing the Jahva ritual on behalf of all the sisters in Jharkhand.

In an exclusive interview with IANS, Kujur described her interaction with the Prime Minister. She explained the significance of Karma Parv and its importance to the tribal community of Jharkhand.

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She said, “Jharkhand is the land of Bhagwan Birsa Munda. I am thrilled to welcome the Prime Minister on a day when we celebrate Karma festival. This festival represents the bond of love between brothers and sisters, where they fast and pray for each other’s health and success.”

Kujur mentioned that they initially faced security restrictions at the airport but were allowed after explaining the ritual’s significance. She shared that PM Modi showed interest in the tradition and its cultural importance.

“He asked about who receives Jahva,” Kujur noted. “I explained that sisters usually apply it to their brothers. It was an honor to apply it to his ears. Our community is overjoyed.”

She added that she thanked PM Modi for his work supporting women and sisters across the country. Modi appreciated the gesture and acknowledged that such support helps him work longer hours for their welfare.

Shibra Arshad

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