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Durga Puja /My Favourite Festival
Durga Puja is a great festival of the Hindus. But it is the greatest festival of the Bengalee Hindus. The goddess Durga is worshipped in autumn. Devi Durga has ten hands which hold various weapons. She is shown as fighting with a demon. She stands on the back of a lion. Her sons Ganesh and Kartick, daughters Lakshmi and Saraswati are also worshipped with her. The puja is held for three days. There is a difference between rural and urban Pujas. Pujas in villages have less pomp but have more heart. In towns and cities Puja-budget crosses a few lakhs of rupees. Huge pandals are decorated with lights. Thousands of men, women and children with new dresses visit puja pandals. It is a great occasion for fun, feast and re-union of family members and friends. Rich and poor, high and low enjoy this festival. On the fourth day the image is immersed in rivers or tanks. Durga puja has become a national festival with the participation of people of other religions.
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