Gaura festival begins today
Summary
The Gaura festival, one of the largest in Sudurpaschim Province, begins with women fasting and soaking Biruda as part of the Biruda Panchami ritual, worshiping Gaura Devi for prosperity and health.
Key Points
- The Gaura festival starts today in Sudurpaschim Province.
- Women observe fasts and soak Biruda as part of the Biruda Panchami ritual.
- Participants follow strict vegetarian diets and celibacy for a month during the festival.
- The festival includes the traditional Deuda dance and worship of Gaura Devi, identified with Parvati.
