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Holi 2024: People in India celebrate Holi with full zeal
On the eve of Holi celebrations, ‘Holika Dahan’ was celebrated across the nation. From Kolkata to Rajkot, people celebrated this auspicious occasion with great enthusiasm. Devotees performed ‘puja’ during ‘Holika Dahan’ in Kolkata. A fair was organised in Gujarat’s Rajkot district on ‘Holika Dahan’. People adorned each other with colourful ‘gulal’ in Ayodhya on the eve of Holi. Bhubaneswar witnessed a great Holi fervour as youth drenched themselves by splashing colours on each other. Notably, Holika Dahan is a ritual that symbolises the victory of good over evil which involves lighting bonfires, signifying the burning of the demon Holika. Holi also known as the "Festival of Colours," is a vibrant festival celebrated with enthusiasm across India. Amidst the revelry, traditional sweets are shared, fostering a sense of community and togetherness.
Ganesh Chaturthi 2024: Bappa makes His way to Mumbai Pandals - WATCH VIDEO
Ganesh Chaturthi 2024 will be celebrated from 7th September to 17th September this year. As the Ganesh Chaturthi festival approaches, bustling workshops prepare to transport intricately crafted Ganesh idols to various pandals for the grand celebrations. Bhuleshwar Cha Raja, Ganeshmurti Nagarcha Maharaja, Khet Wadicha Lambodar, Jijamata Nagarcha Raja, Tardeocha Icchapurti were seen leaving from their respective workshops for the upcoming Ganesh Chaturthi celebrationsArtisans, with years of skill and devotion, create each idol with meticulous care, embodying the deity’s grandeur and grace. These idols, made from clay and adorned with vibrant colors and delicate embellishments, are carefully packed for the journey. The procession to the pandals is a vibrant affair, often marked by enthusiastic crowds and traditional music, symbolizing the community’s reverence and joy. Once at the pandal, the idols are installed with elaborate ceremonies, marking the beginning of ten days filled with prayers, music, dance, and festive fervor
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