Durga Puja Saptami Celebrations Kick Off Across Tripura

The first day of the annual Durga Puja, known as Saptami, was observed on Thursday with prayers and cultural programmes throughout the state of Tripura. Temples and temporary pandals in towns and villages opened their doors to devotees who gathered to offer flowers, incense and traditional chants to the goddess. Community groups organized music, dance and folk performances that accompanied the religious rites, creating a festive atmosphere in public squares and streets. Authorities reported that the celebrations proceeded smoothly, with traffic management and security measures in place to ensure public safety during the large gatherings.