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IN PHOTOS: Devotees perform rituals honoring ancestors at Banganga

Updated On: 14 October, 2023 12:32 PM IST | Editor

Devotees perform ritual to pay homage to their forefathers in Mumbai's Banganga water tank (Pic/Pradeep Dhivar)

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Devotees perform ritual to pay homage to their forefathers on Banganga water tank (Pic/Pradeep Dhivar)

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Devotees perform ritual to pay homage to their forefathers on Banganga water tank (Pic/Pradeep Dhivar)
In Mumbai, on October 14, Mahalaya, which is also called 'Shraadh' or Pitra Paksha is observed by Hindus to pay respect to their ancestors

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In Mumbai, on October 14, Mahalaya, which is also called 'Shraadh' or Pitra Paksha is observed by Hindus to pay respect to their ancestors

The Pitru Paksha commences the 10-day Navratri festival

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The Pitru Paksha commences the 10-day Navratri festival

During this period, the Hindu devotees engage in special prayers and rituals to honor their ancestors

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During this period, the Hindu devotees engage in special prayers and rituals to honor their ancestors

The day involves temple visits and prayers to goddess Durga, alongside pooja for ancestors

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The day involves temple visits and prayers to goddess Durga, alongside pooja for ancestors

People Offer special foods to Deities, forefather and also engaging in kirtans

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People Offer special foods to Deities, forefather and also engaging in kirtans

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