CM Sai Offers Prayers at Phaleshwarnath Temple on Nag Panchami
Synopsis
Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai and his wife offered prayers at the Phaleshwarnath Mahadev Temple in his ancestral village Bagiya on Nag Panchami, and participated in a three-day ritual involving the creation of 1,11,111 Parthiv Shivlings on the banks of the Maini River.
Key Takeaways
CM Vishnu Deo Sai visited the Shri Phaleshwarnath Mahadev Temple in Bagiya on August 17, 2026 — the third Sawan Monday and Nag Panchami.
He was accompanied by his wife and performed traditional rituals seeking prosperity for Chhattisgarh's residents.
A three-day special ritual involving 1,11,111 Parthiv Shivlings is underway on the banks of the Maini River from August 17 to 19 .
The CM and his wife participated in the making of Parthiv Shivlings as part of the observance.
The post concluded with a prayer for the state's continued development and divine blessings for all Chhattisgarh residents.
On the third Monday of the sacred month of Sawan and the auspicious occasion of Nag Panchami, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai offered prayers at the Shri Phaleshwarnath Mahadev Temple in his ancestral village Bagiya on Monday, August 17, 2026 — seeking prosperity and well-being for the people of the state.
Accompanied by his wife, CM Sai performed traditional rituals at the temple, praying for the happiness, prosperity, and progress of all residents of Chhattisgarh. The Sanskrit shloka he opened with — 'Nagendraharaya Trilochanaya...' — is a classical invocation of Lord Shiva, underscoring the devotional gravity of the occasion.
1,11,111 Parthiv Shivlings on the Banks of the Maini River
The visit coincides with a significant three-day religious observance being held on the banks of the Maini River from August 17 to 19. The ritual involves the creation and worship of 1 lakh 11 thousand 111 Parthiv Shivlings — clay idols of Lord Shiva — a practice considered among the most meritorious acts of devotion during Sawan. CM Sai and his wife participated in the making of these Shivlings, lending the occasion both spiritual and symbolic weight.
A Prayer for Chhattisgarh's Progress
Closing his post with the chant 'Har-Har Mahadev!', the Chief Minister expressed his prayer that Baba Bholenath's grace remain with all people of Chhattisgarh and that the state continue to advance on the path of development. The dual invocation — of divine blessings and developmental progress — reflects a recurring theme in how the BJP-led government in Chhattisgarh frames its public messaging during religious milestones.
As Sawan draws to a close, the Phaleshwarnath Mahadev Temple in Bagiya — the Chief Minister's own village — stands as the personal and political backdrop to a moment that blends faith, community, and governance into one public gesture.
Point of View
Sai positions Chhattisgarh's governance narrative at the intersection of faith and progress — a durable formula in the state's political culture.
NationPress
18 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Where did CM Vishnu Deo Sai offer prayers on Nag Panchami 2026?
CM Vishnu Deo Sai offered prayers at the Shri Phaleshwarnath Mahadev Temple in Bagiya, his ancestral village, on Nag Panchami, August 17, 2026.
What is the Parthiv Shivling ritual on the Maini River?
A three-day special religious observance is being held from August 17 to 19 on the banks of the Maini River, involving the creation and worship of 1,11,111 Parthiv Shivlings — clay idols of Lord Shiva — a highly meritorious act of devotion during the Sawan month.
What is Nag Panchami and why is it significant during Sawan?
Nag Panchami is a Hindu festival dedicated to the worship of serpents, observed on the fifth day of the bright half of the lunar month of Shravan (Sawan). It holds special significance as Sawan is considered the holiest month for Lord Shiva devotees.
Which temple is in CM Sai's ancestral village Bagiya?
The Shri Phaleshwarnath Mahadev Temple is located in Bagiya, the ancestral village of Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai.
What did CM Sai pray for on Nag Panchami?
CM Sai prayed for the happiness, prosperity, and well-being of all Chhattisgarh residents, and for the state to continue progressing on the path of development under the blessings of Lord Shiva.
