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On the occasion of Durga Puja, the Odisha government has announced 10 days holiday for schools from October 20. As per government order, all schools in Odisha will remain closed for 10 days till October 29 for the festivities.
Durga Puja will start on 20th October i.e. Shashthi and will end on 24th October, Dashami.
According to the notification issued by the Directorate of Secondary and Elementary Education on Friday, all district education officers have been asked to give instructions to school authorities regarding the puja holiday.
The state government has also declared October 14 as a holiday on the occasion of Mahalaya, marking the end of Pitru Paksha.
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In separate news, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has announced Rs 5,300 Durga Puja bonus for civilian volunteers of West Bengal Police and Kolkata Police and Asha workers working under the Health Department.
Preparations for Durga Puja are in full swing mainly in West Bengal, Assam, Tripura and Odisha.
The Hindu festival Durga Puja, also known as Durgotsav or Sharadotsav, is an annual festival that honors the Hindu goddess Durga and celebrates her victory over Mahishasura.
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Over the years, Durga Puja has become an inseparable part of Indian culture and countless people celebrate this festival in their own unique way while still sticking to the tradition.
In Hindu mythology, the Goddess is believed to visit her earthly abode at this time to bless her devotees. Durga Puja is the biggest festival for the Bengali community.
The importance of Durga Puja transcends religion and is revered as a celebration of compassion, brotherhood, humanity, art and culture. From the sound of dhak and new clothes to delicious food, there is an atmosphere of joy and happiness during these days.
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Updated: October 14, 2023, 01:10 PM IST
