Kajol could be seen taking part in the rituals, which includes applying 'sindoor' or vermillion to Goddess Durga and offering prayers before bidding farewell to the deity.
The spirit of Durga Puja has gripped Agartala with full fervour, turning the capital city into a hub of colour, culture, and celebration. Often considered the second city after Kolkata in hosting Durga Puja on such a grand scale, Agartala has been drawing lakhs of visitors from across the No
Traditional offerings, such as seer thattu, other sweets, savouries, and symbolic items, including mangalsutra threads, were distributed to married women visiting the temple.
As Navratri festivities light up the country, the state government has permitted food stalls and other businesses to remain open till the early morning hours, a move that has been welcomed by vendors and traders who said it would significantly boost their earnings during the festive season.
Responding to the appeal made on Sunday, noted folk singer Kirtidan Gadhvi performed a special Operation Sindoor-themed garba in the presence of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel.
Governor C.V. Ananda Bose joined devotees at the Durga Puja festivities on Southern Avenue in South Kolkata, praying for the blessings of Goddess Durga to all residents of Bengal on the auspicious occasion.
As Durga Puja celebrations began in West Bengal, Chairman of Chaltabagan Lohapatty Durga Puja Committee, Sundeep Bhutoria, pointed out the festival's significance, stating that it is the "world's largest" and that envoys from various countries have visited to participate.
The Durga Puja festivities have commenced in Kolkata, with people already thronging to various pandals with their friends and families. Amid them, what stands out are the thematic decorations and unique concepts.
Kick-starting the Durga Puja festivities, actresses and cousins Kajol and Rani Mukerji came together on Saturday to participate in their family's annual tradition.
Tripura Director General of Police (DGP) Anurag Dhankar stated that Tripura Police has made extensive arrangements for security during the ongoing Durga Puja festivities in the state.
Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Friday asserted that the law and order situation in the state is under control, particularly during the ongoing Durga Puja festivities, and expressed confidence that Tripura would emerge as a role model for other states in governance and development.