After Assam, heavy rainfall has now lashed various districts of Tripura, dampening the festive spirit of Durga Puja. On the auspicious night of Maha Ashtami, thousands of visitors stepped out to witness the grandeur of puja pandals, but sudden downpours accompanied by strong winds disrupted celebrations across the state. Many devotees were left stranded as roads turned waterlogged and pandal-hopping came to a halt.

In Teliamura town, residents faced severe hardships as thunderstorms struck with heavy rain and lightning, leading to a complete power outage across the area. Witnesses described the storm as fierce, with torrential rain battering the region and plunging the town into darkness.

Meanwhile, in Silchar, a major accident occurred when the decorative gate in front of a Durga Puja p

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