Lucknow, Nov 11 (HS): On Chitragupta Puja, the UP Chief Minister expressed greetings and respect in honour of Lord Chitragupta, the divine accountant of human karma, an aspect/manifestation established by Lord Brahma, and the beloved patron god of pen, learning, and record keeping. He wished everyone a happy Chitragupta Puja and prayed that Lord Chitragupta maintain the light of truth, righteousness, and justice blazing in their lives while increasing their sense of responsibility.

Chitragupta Puja is a Hindu festival held the day after Diwali (also known as Yama Dwitiya/Bhai Dooj) to commemorate Lord Chitragupta, the celestial scribe and karmic record-keeper established by Lord Brahma. Greetings stress moral accountability, honesty, and the pursuit of righteousness, discipline, and truthful service.

“Heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to all devotees and the people of the state on the day of worship of Lord Chitragupta, an aspect of Lord Brahma, the father of the universe, the accountant of all beings’ deeds, and the revered deity of the pen. May the grace of Lord Chitragupta keep the light of truth, righteousness and justice shining in everyone’s life, and may the spirit of dedication to duty grow stronger. This is my prayer,” he mentioned in a post on X.

Hindusthan Samachar / Abhishek Awasthi