DC Sgr joins celebrations at Kali Mata Mandir
Srinagar, Oct 20: Hundreds of people gathered at the JKCA Practice Ground in Church Lane here on Tuesday evening to witness the traditional “Ravan Dahan” ceremony as Dussehra celebrations culminated with the burning of effigies of Ravana, Meghnath and Kumbhkaran, symbolising the triumph of good over evil.
The three towering effigies were engulfed in flames as firecrackers lit up the evening sky, drawing the attention of visitors gathered at the ground to mark the festival.
Visitors, including families and local residents, gathered at the venue to witness the ritual, which remains one of the central attractions of Dussehra celebrations.
Arjun, a visitor from Indra Nagar, Srinagar, said he had come to witness the Ravan Dahan and be part of the Dussehra celebrations.
Karan, another visitor from Shivpora, Srinagar, also attended the event, joining others who had gathered to witness the traditional ceremony.
Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, commemorates Lord Rama’s victory over Ravan and conveys the message of righteousness prevailing over evil. The burning of Ravana’s effigy remains a key tradition associated with the festival, which is celebrated across India.
Meanwhile, on the occasion of Dussehra, celebrated with great reverence, which symbolizes the victory of good over evil, devotional Bhandara celebrations were organised at Kali Mata Mandir Magarmal Bagh with all fervor and rituals.
Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo also paid a visit to the Mandir and participated in the Hawan and bhandara.
The event witnessed the presence of devotees from various parts of the district and paid their reverence at the temple.
The bhandara was also organized with devotees coming together at the temple to mark the festival. The gathering highlighted the importance of traditions and community participation in celebrating this auspicious occasion of Dussehra. (With inputs from KNO)
