New Delhi, Oct. 25 -- Delhi Minister Parvesh Verma on Saturday extended greetings on the occasion of the Chhath festival and invited residents from Purvanchal to his official residence, where he has set up a ghat for women to perform the rituals.

Speaking to the reporters, Parvesh Verma said, "Heartiest congratulations to everyone on Chhath festival. May Mother Chhathi Maiya keep her blessings upon all of you, and I would like to extend an invitation on my behalf to all the brothers and sisters from Purvanchal around my house, for I have set up a Chhath ghat at my official residence, and the women nearby can come here and celebrate the Chhath festival with us. We have made whatever arrangements we could. By joining us, 100-200 women can ...