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Wait of faith in Odisha: Goddess Bhairabi’s 16-day secret worship at Boudh’s Purunakatak
BERHAMPUR: For 16 days every year, the doors of Maa Bhairabi temple at Purunakatak in Boudh district remains closed for devotees. For, its the time of secrecy, devotion and patient waiting. Known as Gupta Puja, the annual observance keeps the Goddess away from public view as priests perform special rituals behind closed doors. The rituals, known as Shodasha Upachara Puja, begin on Mula Ashtami…
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