Berhampur, Ap 8: A large number of devotees thronged to seek blessings and have a glimpse of Budhi Thakurani at Desibehera Street in Berhampur city on the last Tuesday of Chaitra month.
The Budhi Thakurani yatra, a prominent festival of south Odisha entered the sixth day. It will continue for 26 days until Apr 28.
During the yatra, the idol of the goddess is taken to different parts of the city on a ‘ghatam’ in a procession that witnesses the participation of ladies in large numbers. As per tradition, devotees dress as Krishna, Balaram, Radha, Rama, Sita, Hanuman, Shiva, Parvati, Durga, Kachara, Gajia, Jilapi (another incarnation of Lord Krishna), Dahani (witch), demons and many others hoping it will fulfill their wishes.
This extravaganza is a significant cultural event for the Devangiris, the weaving community.
