Durga Puja symbolises the commemoration of victory of good over evil. Life comes to a standstill in the city of Cuttack as crowds pour over the Puja Mandaps to enjoy the festivities.
On the day succeeding ‘Vijaya Dasami’, the last day of Durga Puja, the images are taken in a spectacular procession for immersion in the river Kathajodi.
2010 Durga Puja is on October
Durga Puja is performed with much fervor by the Bengalees all over India as they worship Goddess Durga in all her splendor. It is an auspicious occasion for them and family and friends gather at various pandals (place of worship) where they seek the blessing of Goddess Durga.
Legends of Durga Puja
Devi is the held in high esteem by the Hindus and is the consort of Lord Shiva. She represents benevolence and fierceness. She is also known as Uma (Light), Gauri “brilliant and yellow”, Jagmata, the mother of the world and Parvati, the mountaineer. The ferocious images of her are Durga, (the inaccessible), Kali,( the black), Bhairavi, the terrible and Chandi (the fierce).
Celebrations of Durga Puja
The idol of Devi Durga is kept in a pandal ( cloth covered area) throughout the celebration. The priests conduct the puja and the devotees make their offerings to the deity. The devotees visit the pandals to pay their respects to Devi Durga. Social get-togethers are organized so that people can spend time with each other throughout the celebrations. It is a festive occasion. Throughout the celebration the devotees wear new clothes. Food and sweets are provided at the pandal. Cultural programs are organized in the evening and religious songs are sung. The event is highlighted with festivities.
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