Preparations Underway for Dasara Festivals

As the festive season approaches, significant preparations are underway across various regions in India for the upcoming Dussehra and Durga Puja celebrations. In Sambalpur, the rituals for Maa Samaleswari's Dussehra Puja will commence on September 24, with heightened expectations for attendance following the launch of the Samaleswari project. Mysuru's Dasara-2024 will retain its grand traditions with new tableaux themes focusing on democracy and development, while officials emphasize a smooth organization of events. Cuttack is gearing up for its Durga Puja from October 9 to 14, with a focus on crowd control and public safety during the festivities. Meanwhile, Vijayawada is preparing for its Dasara celebrations with extensive arrangements for drinking water, sanitation, and security to accommodate over 100,000 daily visitors. Municipal authorities across these regions are prioritizing logistics, public safety, and environmental considerations to ensure a successful celebration.