<span style="color: #222222;">In West Bengal, Deepawali, the festival of lights and Kalipuja is being celebrated today with traditional fervour and gaiety. Houses across the state are beautifully adorned with dazzling and vibrant lights and earthen lamps. Kali Puja is celebrated as a major festival in the state. Devotees have gathered in various Kali temples to offer their prayers. Dakshineswar, Kalighat, Tarapith and other famous Kali temples have been decorated on the occasion of Kali Puja.<br />'' <br />''Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is also performing Kalipuja at her residence and greeted everyone on the occasion of Deepawali. Following the directive from the Supreme Court, purchase, sell and use of all kinds of fireworks except green fireworks have been banned across the state this year. Tonight green fireworks are allowed for two hours between 8-10 pm.&nbsp;</span>
News On AIR | November 4, 2021 7:11 PM
Deepawali, Kalipuja being celebrated with traditional fervour and gaiety in West Bengal