As the vibrant celebrations of Chhath Puja light up Bihar on Thursday, actor and producer Rajesh Kumar, from Gaya, shares his heartfelt reflections on the festival and its profound personal significance.

Growing up in the cultural epicentre of Bihar, Rajesh recalls his mother`s unwavering dedication to Chhath, a tradition she honoured for an impressive 54 years. “Whenever my mom performed Chhath Puja, it was for almost her whole life,” he reminisces.