CM Samrat Choudhary Greets Bihar on Chitragupta Puja
Synopsis
Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary extended heartfelt Chitragupta Puja wishes on 11 November 2026, invoking Bhagwan Chitragupta — the deity of writing, knowledge and justice — and praying for peace and prosperity across Bihar.
Key Takeaways
Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary posted Chitragupta Puja greetings on Wednesday, 11 November 2026 .
Bhagwan Chitragupta is revered as the divine accountant and deity of writing, knowledge and justice in Hindu tradition.
The festival is observed with particular devotion by the Kayastha community in Bihar and eastern India, typically in the post-Diwali period.
CM Choudhary prayed for happiness, prosperity, peace and positive thinking for all citizens of Bihar.
The post continues a well-established Bihar political tradition of public greetings on caste-linked religious occasions.
Bihar's Kayastha community woke on Wednesday, 11 November 2026 to festival greetings from the state's top leader — Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary extended warm wishes on the occasion of Chitragupta Puja, the festival honouring the divine keeper of karmic records.
Posting on X in Hindi, CM Choudhary wrote: 'लेखनी, ज्ञान और न्याय के आराध्य देव भगवान श्री चित्रगुप्त पूजा के पावन अवसर पर आप सभी को हार्दिक शुभकामनाएं' — 'Heartfelt wishes to all on the auspicious occasion of the worship of Bhagwan Shri Chitragupta, the revered deity of writing, knowledge and justice.' He prayed that the deity's grace bring happiness, prosperity, peace and well-being into every home, and that good sense and positivity endure in all lives.
Who is Bhagwan Chitragupta and why Bihar observes him
Bhagwan Chitragupta occupies a singular place in Hindu cosmology — revered as the divine accountant who records every human deed and dispenses justice accordingly. The festival falls in the post-Diwali season and is observed with particular devotion by the Kayastha community, one of the influential upper-caste groups concentrated in Bihar and eastern India. Pens, ink and account books are ritually worshipped, a tradition that ties the Kayasthas' historical identity as scribes and administrators directly to the deity they revere.Festival greetings as political ritual in Bihar
For Bihar chief ministers, issuing public festival greetings is well-established political practice — a way of acknowledging the state's dense mosaic of caste-linked religious traditions. Chitragupta Puja, Chhath Puja, and other regional observances each draw specific communities into the public calendar, and state leaders rarely miss an opportunity to mark them. CM Choudhary's post, tagged #ChitraguptaPuja, follows that pattern — a brief but visible gesture of solidarity with Kayastha households across the state on one of their most significant days of the year.Point of View
Where public acknowledgement of community observances serves as low-cost but high-visibility outreach to specific caste groups. The Kayastha community, historically associated with administration and literacy, holds cultural and electoral weight in Bihar. By invoking the deity of writing, knowledge and justice, the message also carries a subtle alignment of governance values — good record-keeping, fairness — with the BJP's broader administrative identity. Expect similar outreach around Chhath Puja and other regional observances as the state's political cycle continues.
NationPress
11 Nov 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chitragupta Puja and when is it celebrated?
Chitragupta Puja is a Hindu festival honouring Bhagwan Chitragupta , the divine accountant believed to record every person's deeds and administer cosmic justice. It is observed in the post-Diwali period, primarily by the Kayastha community in Bihar and eastern India, with pens, ink and account books ritually worshipped.
Why did Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary post Chitragupta Puja wishes?
As Bihar Chief Minister and a senior BJP leader, Samrat Choudhary routinely posts public greetings on regional festivals to acknowledge the state's diverse communities. Chitragupta Puja holds special significance for the Kayastha community, an influential group in Bihar.
Who is Bhagwan Chitragupta?
Bhagwan Chitragupta is a deity in Hindu cosmology revered as the divine record-keeper and god of writing, knowledge and justice. He is considered the celestial accountant who maintains the karmic ledger of all human beings.
Which community mainly observes Chitragupta Puja?
Chitragupta Puja is primarily observed by the Kayastha community , a group historically associated with scribes and administrators in northern and eastern India, with strong presence in Bihar.
What did CM Samrat Choudhary say in his Chitragupta Puja message?
CM Choudhary prayed that Bhagwan Chitragupta's grace bring happiness, prosperity, peace and well-being into every home, and that good sense and positivity endure in the lives of all people.
