Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik extended hearty wishes to ‘elders’ in the family on the occasion of ‘Prathamastami’.
Taking to twitter, the CM said: “On the occasion of the pious festival of Prathamastami, I heartily wish elders in the family. With the blessings of Lord Jagannath, all our lives be peaceful and happy.”
Prathamastami is a ritual/festival held in Odisha, praying for the life and prosperity of the eldest child of a family. The first child is offered new clothes and by motherly women in the house followed by elaborate rituals.
The festival holds special significane has the Odia delicacy ‘Enduri Pitha’ (pancakes wrapped and steamed with turmeric leaves) is offered as ‘Bhog’ to the almighty on this day, and savoured by the family members later.
