Durga Puja Devotees Take Out Prabhat Pheri Procession in Visakhapatnam
UTSAB Cultural Association devotees held a Prabhat Pheri procession in Visakhapatnam, with bhajans, traditional music and festivities through October 20.
Members of the UTSAB Cultural Association, Visakhapatnam, took out the “Prabhat Pheri” procession on Friday to welcome Goddess Durga.
The procession began at the Kali Mata Temple at R.K. Beach, passed the Pandurangapuram Temple and concluded at AMCOSA Hall in Maharanipeta.
Men, women and children participating in the procession sang bhajans to the rhythm of the dhak, kansor and shankho.
The men wore red kurtas with white pyjamas, while most of the women wore white sarees with red borders.
Celebrations to continue till October 20
Dr. Alok Mazumdar of the association said celebrations at the pandal will continue till October 20, when “Bisarjan” will be held.
The programme includes “Agomoni” songs on Shashthi and harvest dances on Saptami.
Sandhi Puja and a concert by Kolkata singers are scheduled for Nabami, according to the association.
The celebrations will also include bhog prasad, competitions and a food festival outside the pandal.
The procession and the planned events together mark the association’s programme for welcoming Goddess Durga and continuing the festivities through “Bisarjan”.
Source: The Hindu
Frequently asked questions
Who organized the Prabhat Pheri procession in Visakhapatnam?
Members of the UTSAB Cultural Association, Visakhapatnam, organized the procession.
Where did the Prabhat Pheri procession begin and end?
It began at the Kali Mata Temple at R.K. Beach, passed the Pandurangapuram Temple, and ended at AMCOSA Hall in Maharanipeta.
What did participants do during the procession?
Men, women and children sang bhajans to the rhythm of the dhak, kansor and shankho.
How long will the Durga Puja celebrations continue?
The celebrations will continue until October 20, when Bisarjan will be held.
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