The Diwali and the Kali Puja were celebrated with traditional fervour and gaiety on Tuesday and Wednesday in Jharsuguda and other towns of the industrial district.
Especially, Brajrajnagar, Belpahar,Bandhbal,Banharpali and five blocks as Lakhanpur, Jharsuguda, Kulabira, Kirimira and Laikera of the district showed a great spirit on the occasion, as the earthen lamps and tiny lights illuminating the buildings and streets give a bridal look.
The celebration of Diwali starts with Dhanteras. People burst crackers and exchanged sweets with family and friends.
Despite the skyrocketing prices of firecrackers, people indulged in merrymaking bursting high decibel crackers the whole night on Wednesday.
The second Dakhineswar temple of the country, built at a cost of Rs 3 crore at Kalibari, drew a sea of devotees from Tuesday late night till Wednesday morning for offering prayers to the goddess on the auspicious day.
Besides, devotees of the district visited five Kali temples and 10 Kali pandals.
Elaborate security arrangements were made for peaceful Diwali celebrations, said sources.