Traders, mostly from the Gujarati community, take blessings of Goddesses Saraswati and Lakshmi as well as Lord Ganesha during chopda puja. They pray for a prosperous and profitable year ahead
The old account is closed before the deities while taking blessings for the financial year ahead
Devotees believe that worshipping Goddess Kali would liberate them from fear, suffering, and protect them from negative energy
Pandals are also set up in Bengal on the occasion of Kali Puja, where the Goddess is offered sweets and bhog
The Diwali festivities are celebrated in diverse ways across the country, with each state attributing specific religious significance to the celebrations
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