Dhaka, Oct. 21 -- A colourful procession to bid farewell to Goddess Durga has begun at Dhakeshwari National Temple in Dhaka, marking the final chapter of this year's Durga Puja celebrations amid a mix of joy and sorrow.

Accompanied by conch shell blasts, ululation, rhythmic drumbeats and chants of "Bolo Durga Mai Ki Joy", the procession began from the temple at Palashi Mor at 4pm on Wednesday.

Idols brought from puja pavilions across the capital are scheduled to travel through Jagannath Hall, Doel Chattar, Gulistan intersection, Nawabpur Road and Raisaheb Bazar before reaching Wiseghat on the Buriganga River for immersion. It is expected to reach its destination by 10pm.

According to Hindu beliefs, Goddess Durga descends to the mortal ...