Ujjain/Gwalior: Vijayadashami marks the triumph of good over evil as as Maa Durga destroyed Mahishasur and Lord Ram killed demon Ravana after a long battle. As a result, Shastra Puja (weapon worship) is performed to honour weapons as symbols of strength and protection.
CM Mohan Yadav, senior administrative officials, police personnel, and public representatives participated in rituals at various locations. The statewide ceremonies included traditional prayers and havan, followed by greetings exchanged to mark the festive day.
Shastra Puja in Ujjain
In Ujjain, Shastra Puja was held at the police line on Dewas Road. Senior officials, including MP Anil Firojiya, MLAs, and local leaders, performed the rituals in traditional attire.
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The ceremony involved offering prayers to Goddess Kali and conducting a havan. Weapons were worshipped, followed by an aarti dedicated to Goddess Ambe. Public figures extended festive greetings, wishing peace and prosperity to all citizens.
Police Department organizes Shastra Puja in Gwalior
In Gwalior, the police department organized Shastra Puja at the DRP police line. Senior police officials, including IG Arvind Saxena, DIG Amit Sanghi, and SSP Dharmveer Singh, participated along with public representatives like Minister Narayan Singh Kushwaha and MP Bharat Singh Kushwaha.
The event featured traditional weapon and vehicle worship, followed by ceremonial gunfire. Leaders and officials extended Dussehra greetings and reaffirmed their commitment to tackling societal challenges and maintaining law and order.
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia also offered special dussehra prayers. Scindia adorned the royal attire for the same.
CM organised Shastra Puja at his residence
MP Chief Minister Mohan Yadav also performed Shastra Puja at his residence in the capital city of Bhopal. On the occasion of Dussehra, he prayed for the welfare of the state and the public. The state government has dedicated this year's Shastra Pujan programme to Devi Ahilyabai Holkar, honouring her legacy of women empowerment and exemplary governance.
