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Madhya Pradesh CM Dr Mohan Yadav to perform Shastra‑Poojan in Indore on Dussehra
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bhopal
🗓 19 Oct 2026, 08:15 PM
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On Vijayadashami, Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav will lead a Shastra‑Poojan ceremony in Indore, while Assembly Speaker Narendra Singh Tomar will officiate in Gwalior and other ministers will attend events across the state.
The Madhya Pradesh government has scheduled Shastra‑Poojan ceremonies across all districts on Tuesday, Vijayadashami. Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav will preside over the main event in Indore, where the traditional worship of weapons will be performed as part of the Dussehra celebrations. Assembly Speaker Narendra Singh Tomar is slated to conduct a parallel ceremony in Gwalior, and several cabinet ministers will attend similar rites in their respective constituencies.
The series of events is intended to highlight the cultural significance of Dussehra while reinforcing the state's commitment to preserving heritage. Officials have emphasized that the ceremonies will be conducted in accordance with COVID‑19 safety guidelines, with limited public attendance and mandatory mask usage.
Local authorities in each district have been tasked with arranging venues, security, and logistical support. The government expects the rituals to draw community participation and media coverage, underscoring the festive spirit that unites the state.
The series of events is intended to highlight the cultural significance of Dussehra while reinforcing the state's commitment to preserving heritage. Officials have emphasized that the ceremonies will be conducted in accordance with COVID‑19 safety guidelines, with limited public attendance and mandatory mask usage.
Local authorities in each district have been tasked with arranging venues, security, and logistical support. The government expects the rituals to draw community participation and media coverage, underscoring the festive spirit that unites the state.