Mahalaya is celebrated at the end of Pitri Paksha, a 16 day period when Hindus pay homage to their ancestors. It is believed that Goddess Durga starts her journey to the Earth on this day.
Gautam DeyThe occasion is associated with various rituals. Many perform 'tarpan' on this day to offer prayers to their ancestors and give 'bhog' to the Brahmins, along with food and essentials to the needy.
Gautam DeyPeople perform the ritual of tarpan to offer prayer to their ancestors on the occasion of Mahalaya at Loco Tank (pond) in Hirapur, Dhanbad on the occassion of Thursday.
Gautam DeyA crowded Loco Tank (pond) in Hirapur on Thursday morning.
Gautam DeyA trio in prayers.
Gautam DeySocial distancing is forgotten as people pray at Loco Tank, Hirapur in Dhanbad on Thursday.
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