Ramakrishna Mission sticks to Vedic rituals for Durga Puja

Patna's Ramakrishna Mission Ashram marks its centenary year by continuing its traditional Durga Puja, strictly following Belur Math rituals since 1952. A five-foot Bengali-style idol is crafted on-site, with celebrations commencing on 'Panchami'. A major highlight is the distribution of 'bhog' to an estimated 25,000 devotees over three days.

Ramakrishna Mission sticks to Vedic rituals for Durga Puja
Patna's Ramakrishna Mission Ashram marks its centenary year by continuing its traditional Durga Puja, strictly following Belur Math rituals since 1952. A five-foot Bengali-style idol is crafted on-site, with celebrations commencing on 'Panchami'. A major highlight is the distribution of 'bhog' to an estimated 25,000 devotees over three days.