April 13, 2026, Narayanganj, Dhaka, Bangladesh: In a vibrant display of rural folk tradition, Hindu devotees celebrate the centuries-old ''Neel Puja'' festival to mark the conclusion of Chaitra Sankranti (the end of bengali year). Dressed as the deities Lord Shiva and Goddess Gauri, performers traveled from house to house with ash-smeared bodies and traditional tridents, offering ritual dances and prayers for local families. This significant Hindu observance was met with deep reverence by householders, who welcomed the performers into their homes to receive blessings for prosperity and well-be

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