Nagpur: Vijaya Dashami, the glorious culmination of the grand festivities of Durga Puja, resonates with a symphony of devotion, echoing across the hearts of Bengalis everywhere. It is the final day when the Goddess Durga, after receiving adoration and worship for days, is taken for ‘Visarjan’, symbolising the transcendental journey back to her divine abode.
Vijaya Dashami started with ‘Sindoor Khela’, an essential part of the festivities at Katol Road Durga Puja panadl in Nagpur. Married women, dressed in pristine white sarees with red borders, indulge in playfully smearing sindoor (vermilion) on each other’s faces and the idols of the Goddess. The sight of hundreds of women, their faces adorned with bright red sindoor, created a captivating contrast against their white sarees.
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Beyond the rituals and days of fun and frolic, the essence of Vijaya Dashami is interwoven with a tapestry of timeless traditions and captivating aesthetics, which seamlessly harmonise to create an unparalleled visual extravaganza. With every delicate sway of their vibrant sarees and glimmer of their ornate jewellery, Bengali women embraced the spirit of this significant day.
During Durga Puja, the distinctive red Alta enhances the aesthetic appeal. Women apply this red liquid dye to the edges of their feet and the palms of their hands, making it an integral part of their attire during Vijaya Dashami. The bright red alta, which symbolises the feminine power of the goddess, added a pop of colour to their overall appearance.
Pics by Rajesh Bansod
