The 10th Chaumasia Central Sarbojonin Sri Sri Shyama Kali Puja was celebrated with traditional religious solemnity, festive enthusiasm, and vibrant community participation at the Chaumasia Central Kali Mandir located in Ward No. 9 of Cheragpur Union, Mahadevpur Upazila, Naogaon.
Observed on Sunday, November 8, 2026 (21 Kartik 1433 BS) coinciding with the auspicious new moon (Amavasya) of Kartik, the festival drew throngs of Hindu devotees and visitors. As evening descended, the temple premises and local households lit up with rows of earthen lamps (pradip) and candles to mark Deepawali. Men, women, and children participated by lighting lamps at their doorsteps and temple courtyards, symbolizing the triumph of light over darkness and knowledge over ignorance.
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Reported by Ujjal Kumar Sarkar, Naogaon Correspondent • Edited by the Daily Best News desk. Send corrections to [email protected].
