Central to the celebrations are traditional folk songs or Chhath Geet, which carry blessings for family and loved ones.

Describing the song as a powerful symbol of national pride, PM Modi said, "India's national song, 'Vande Mataram', a song whose very first word evokes a surge of emotions in our hearts.

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