Guwahati, 08 November (H.S): Diwali, the festival of lights, and Kali Puja were celebrated with great enthusiasm and traditional fervour across Assam on Sunday. The festive spirit gripped the state as people illuminated their homes, decorated streets and marketplaces, and participated in religious ceremonies.

Temples and Kali Puja pandals across different parts of the state witnessed a large number of devotees who gathered to offer prayers to Goddess Kali and seek blessings for peace, prosperity and well-being. Special puja rituals were organised at several religious institutions, while beautifully decorated pandals and illuminated surroundings added to the festive atmosphere.

People celebrated Diwali by lighting earthen lamps (diyas), decorating their homes with colourful rangolis and exchanging sweets and greetings with family members, relatives and friends. Markets across the state also witnessed festive activity, with people purchasing traditional items, sweets, decorative materials and other essentials.

The festival was marked by a spirit of joy, devotion and togetherness. Families came together to celebrate the occasion, while children and young people particularly enjoyed the festive atmosphere.

Meanwhile, people were urged to celebrate responsibly by avoiding excessive noise and following safety precautions while bursting firecrackers.---------

Hindusthan Samachar / Sriprakash