Historic Durga Puja Traditions Continue Across Assam and West Bengal
Several longstanding Durga Puja traditions across Assam and West Bengal continue to be observed with unique local customs. Nalbari's Barnardi Durga Puja, over 525 years old, avoids clay idols and animal sacrifice, releasing animals after worship. Jorhat's Burhi Gosani Devalaya marks its 231st Puja with ongoing animal sacrifices, mainly goats and ducks. Sivasagar's Devi-doul celebrates nearly 300 years of Ahom-era rituals including animal offerings. In Baruipur, West Bengal, the 75-year-old Subuddhipur Beltala Sarbojanin Durga Puja maintains classic traditions with year-round worship of the chala backdrop and family-centered celebrations.
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