Durga Puja

Traffic chaos in Bhubaneswar during Durga puja festivities.

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi visited several Dussehra pandals in Cuttack city on the occasion of ‘Navami’.

Odisha is expected to experience a rain-soaked Dussehra this year as a cyclonic circulation is likely to form over central Bay of Bengal on September 30.

Dussehra or Vijayadashami, is a celebration of good triumphing over evil, marked by the worship of Goddess Durga and community festivities.

On the ninth day of Navratri, devotees worship Goddess Siddhidatri, the ultimate form of Durga who grants spiritual knowledge and the eight siddhis. Her blessings guide devotees toward wisdom, self-realization, and inner peace.

On the eighth day of Navratri, devotees worship Goddess Mahagauri, the embodiment of purity and compassion. Her blessings purify the soul and remove obstacles, leading to peace and spiritual growth.

On the seventh day of Navratri, devotees worship Goddess Kalaratri, the fierce form of Durga known for eradicating darkness, evil, and fear. Her divine strength destroys ignorance and obstacles, guiding devotees towards spiritual growth and…

On the sixth day of Navratri, devotees honor Goddess Katyayani, the powerful form of devi who embodies strength, righteousness, and the destruction of evil. Born from the anger of the Tridev, she represents the triumph of good over evil and…

On Navratri's fifth day, Goddess Skandamata worshiped for her wisdom, protection, and nurturing strength.

On the fourth day of Navratri, Goddess Kushmanda, the divine creator of the universe, is worshiped for her creative energy, light, and prosperity.