Gaura festival begins today
Summary
The Gaura festival, one of the biggest festivals in Sudurpaschim Province, has begun with traditional rituals including Biruda Panchami and communal Deuda dance.
Key Points
- Gaura festival, a major event in Sudurpaschim Province, begins today.
- Women start the festival by soaking Biruda on Biruda Panchami while fasting.
- Participants must observe a strict vegetarian diet and celibacy for a month to partake in the rituals.
- The festival includes communal Deuda dance and worship of Gaura Devi, associated with Parvati, spouse of Lord Shiva.
