Diwali is being celebrated with great enthusiasm across Odisha, with devotees observing the Paya Shraddha ritual alongside the festival.

As the state government declared holidays for both Monday and Tuesday, huge numbers of devotees gathered in Odisha's Puri to participate in the rituals. The district administration has reportedly put in extensive arrangements to manage the festive rush and ensure smooth conduct of religious activities.

To ensure the safety of devotees and maintain order during the ‘Bada Badua Daka’ ritual, iron barricades have been installed at Emar Mutt Square. This ritual, which holds deep cultural and spiritual significance, attracts thousands of devotees every year to Puri.

A total of 28 platoons of police have been deployed for security and crowd management, with

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