Sambalpur: Durga Puja Preparations in Full Swing Across Sambalpur; Pandals Decorated with Stunning Artwork
Sambalpur: The city of Sambalpur is preparing for the grand celebration of Durga Puja, with preparations underway. Every neighborhood is getting ready to host exciting Durga Puja events. The festival preparations are moving quickly, with crowded markets. Most organizing committees have hired outside artisans to create stunning idols and decorate the puja pandals. Some committees, however, rely on local craftsmen for assistance.
Beautiful Decorations and Lighting Across the City
Eye-catching decorative arches have already been installed in several locations throughout the city. In other areas, the last stages of construction are moving quickly. Beautiful lights have already been installed in places such as Govindatola, and more are being added. In addition to Durga Puja decorations, temples across the city are getting ready for Navratri. Temples are adorned with colorful lights, and the atmosphere is festive.
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Navratri Celebrations at Samaleswari Temple
Devotees at the Samaleswari Temple have begun to gather in large numbers as part of the Navratri celebrations. Since Mahalaya, the number of visitors to the temple has increased. During Navratri, the Samaleswari Temple has lit a special “Manasika Jagar Deepa” (lamp ritual offering). Daily rituals are performed on Pratipada beginning on Thursday, October 3rd, and ending on Saturday, October 12th, which is Mahadashami. Morning Mangala Alati begins at 5:00 a.m., and devotees can offer their prayers starting at 5:30 a.m. However, the temple is closed to visitors between 11:45 AM and 1:30 PM for Annabhog distribution and Singar Besha (decorative rituals). In the evening, darshan is paused from 7:45 PM to 8:30 PM for the evening Alati, and the temple closes for the night at 10:00 PM after the final pahada (closure ritual).
Dandiya Dance Begins
In addition to the temple celebrations, the Gujarati community has begun organizing Dandiya dance performances for Navratri. Women in colorful attire can be seen performing this traditional dance late into the night, adding to the city’s vibrant atmosphere.
