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Tripura concluded its vibrant five-day Durga Puja festival with traditional idol immersion ceremonies across the state. The historic Durgabari temple led the Dashami procession, symbolizing the departure of Goddess Durga. Chief Minister Manik Saha is set to inaugurate the 'Mayer Gamon' carnival, celebrating the festival's cultural significance. The state will continue its traditions by honoring successful puja organizers in the upcoming 'Sarad Samman' ceremony.

Key Points: Tripura Marks Durga Puja End with Idol Immersion Ceremony

  • 2,140 Durga idols immersed across Tripura by Friday evening
  • Durgabari temple leads traditional Dashami procession
  • State to host 'Mayer Gamon' carnival showcasing best puja idols
  • 43 clubs to be honored in upcoming 'Sarad Samman' ceremony
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Durga idol immersion continues in Tripura after five-day festivities

Thousands of Durga idols immersed in Tripura, celebrating the conclusion of the five-day festival with cultural traditions and state honors.

"I want the whole country to know about Tripura's 'Mayer Gomon' and its significance - Chief Minister Manik Saha"

Agartala, Oct 3

After the five-day-long Durga Puja festival, which came to an end through the Vijaya Dashami as per religious schedule on Thursday, immersion of idols continued on Friday.

Since Thursday, as many as 2,140 Durga idols out of around 3,000 were immersed across Tripura till 10 p.m. on Friday, a senior police official said. Devotees, including men, women and children, bade farewell to Goddess Durga and her children with a heavy heart as the state's biggest festival came to an end.

As per the traditions, the idols of Durgabari temple in Agartala lead the Dashami procession on Thursday and are the first to be immersed at Dashamighat in the state capital with full state honours, with the state police band playing the national song.

The 149-year-old Durga Puja at the Durgabari temple, initiated by the then kings and subsequently sponsored by the Tripura government for the past over seven-and-a-half decades, continues to draw devotees from different parts of India and the neighbouring countries, including Bangladesh.

Meanwhile, the Tripura government will on Saturday organise the fourth edition of 'Mayer Gamon carnival', a procession of Durga idols of the best pujas in the capital city and its outskirts. Chief Minister Manik Saha will inaugurate the 'Mayer Gamon carnival', which is likely to witness the participation of at least 40 community puja idols.

According to an official, trophies, citations, and cash awards will be given to the three best puja idols. Agartala Municipal Corporation Mayor Dipak Majumder, also a BJP MLA, visited the venue of the event and reviewed the preparations.

In the colourful carnival, puja organisers will showcase their themes and hold cultural programmes. The official said that the state government will also organise another annual event -- 'Sarad Samman', which is likely to take place on October 11.

During the 'Sarad Samman' ceremony, as many as 43 clubs across the state will be awarded for organising Durga Puja successfully, he said.

Chief Minister Saha, who holds the information and cultural portfolio, had said that like previous years 'Mayer Gomon' and Sharad Samman programme would be organised this year too to encourage the community and club puja organisers.

He said that he wants the whole country to know about Tripura's 'Mayer Gomon' and its significance. 'Mayer Gomon' is an annual carnival celebrating the departure of Goddess Durga, marking the conclusion of the five-day Durga Puja festival.

- IANS

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Rohit P
It's wonderful to see the government supporting these cultural events. The Mayer Gamon carnival sounds like a great initiative to celebrate our traditions and encourage community participation. More states should follow this example!
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Arjun K
The 149-year-old tradition at Durgabari temple is truly remarkable! Shows how deeply rooted our cultural heritage is in the Northeast. Wish I could have witnessed the procession with the state police band playing.
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Sarah B
While I appreciate the cultural significance, I hope the environmental impact of idol immersion is being addressed. Maybe next year we can see more eco-friendly idols being used? Otherwise, beautiful traditions being preserved.
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Vikram M
As someone from Mumbai, it's heartening to see how Durga Puja is celebrated with such enthusiasm in Tripura. The fact that devotees come from Bangladesh too shows how culture transcends borders. Jai Maa Durga! 🎉
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Michael C
The scale of this festival is impressive - 3,000 idols across the state! The government's involvement in preserving and promoting these traditions is commendable. Cultural tourism potential here is huge.

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