Nalbari, Oct 1: The centuries-old Shri Shri Bilweshwar Temple at Belshor in Nalbari witnessed a huge crowd on Maha Navami, as age-old rituals were performed to honour Goddess Durga.

Established during the reign of Raja Nagakshar, the temple is one of Lower Assam’s most revered Shaktipeeths, known for its distinct blend of Shaiva and Shakti traditions.

Unlike other Durga Pujas, no idol is installed here. Instead, the goddess is symbolically represented by a branch of the banana tree, in accordance with Vedic customs and worship continues till Vijaya Dashami.

Temple committee member, Diganta Mena said, “The auspicious day of Maha Navami at Bilweshwar Dewal is famous not only in Assam but across India. We expect over five lakh devotees to gather despite inclement weather.”

This year, mor

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