Kendrapara on Monday transformed into a hub of celebration, with streets bustling with energy, colors, and lights as the much-awaited Gajalakshmi Puja commenced today at the famous Tulsi Kshetra, drawing devotees and locals alike to witness the grand festivities.

The celebrations began with the Kalash Yatra, a traditional procession marking the start of the puja. In the evening, rituals are being performed in various puja mandaps, following age-old customs.

Key ceremonies included Chakshudaan (eye-opening of the idol), Prana Pratishtha (infusion of life), Nyasa, Jivan Daan, and the Shodasha Upacharas, which were carried out meticulously by the priests.

Devotees actively participated in these rituals, seeking the blessings of Goddess Gajalakshmi for wealth, prosperity, and well-being.

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