With just four days left for Durga Puja, the excitement is building in Agartala as the city gears up for the grand celebration of the festival. The vibrant festivities are set to begin with the scent of Shiuli flowers on October 21, and the main day of Durga Puja falls on October 24, when the goddess will be worshipped with devotion.
The state government has organized a spectacular carnival on October 26 to add to the joyous atmosphere in the city.
One of the key highlights of the preparations this year is the special initiative taken by Agartala Municipal Corporation to beautify the Dashami Ghat area where many idols from urban and suburban areas will be immersed. This initiative aims to ensure that the immersion process is carried out in an organized and disciplined manner, making it attractive to everyone.
Mayor Dipak Majumdar visited the Dashami Ghat area on Tuesday morning to inspect the preparatory work. He expressed satisfaction with the progress and emphasized that the idols would be decorated even more beautifully than in the previous year. The entire city, including the Dashami Ghat area, is being adorned with colorful lights, adding to the festive ambiance.
In an effort to clean the banks of the Howrah River, AMC has undertaken various activities. Mayor Dipak Majumdar highlighted that steps have been taken to construct paved stairs at places along the riverbank that were previously cluttered. Additionally, a special ramp has been arranged to facilitate the lowering of idols into the river.
Mayor Majumdar further stated that all preparations are in their final stages, and he expressed hope that the idols will be immersed with traditional fanfare, accompanied by the sound of conch shells and the cheers of thousands of visitors.
The mayor was joined by local councilors and officials from the municipal corporation during his visit to oversee the preparations, ensuring that this year's Durga Puja celebration in Agartala will be a memorable and enchanting experience for all.
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