Dhenkanal, Nov 4: The famous Lakshmi Puja celebrations in Dhenkanal have concluded, and the city is witnessing a grand joint immersion procession today, as devotees bid farewell to Goddess Lakshmi.
A total of 26 puja medhas are participating in the procession. Traditional musical performances, modern band parties, tribal dance groups, Kalasa dancers, Ghantua and Sankhua troupes are adding colour and energy to the celebrations.
The beats of traditional instruments and modern bands have filled the streets of Dhenkanal, creating a festive atmosphere as the city bids farewell to Goddess Dhanadhatri after her ten-day stay.
The celebrations began on Kumar Purnima and continued for ten days. A large number of people have gathered to witness the grand immersion procession.
To ensure peace and maintain law and order, 25 platoons of police force have been deployed across the city.