As the festival of Dussehra approaches, the work of making effigies of Ravana, Kumbhakaran and Meghnad is going on a war footing in many places in Punjab including other parts of the country. Despite several difficulties, the artisans, who make these effigies, are continuing their old family tradition.<br />''<br />''Our Correspondent reports that the festival of Dussehra, the symbol of the victory of good over evil, is now near. On this occasion, the work of making effigies of Ravana, Kumbhakaran and Meghnath is going on in various places in Punjab including Jalandhar. The artisans who prepare these effigies in Jalandhar are carrying on their age-old family tradition further.<br />''<br />''This work is a major source of income for these artisans and they decorate these effigies with colorful paper and firecrackers. Although it seems very easy work, the expertise of these artisans convinces everyone with their art.<br />