Bhubaneswar, Oct. 19 -- Durga Puja celebrations are underway in Bolangir of Odisha, with the city witnessing festive activity for the occasion. Among the pandals attracting visitors is the Durga Puja pandal at Rajendra Pada, which has been decorated around the theme of Nuakhai, the harvest festival celebrated in western Odisha.

The entrance arch and the entire pandal premises have been decorated to reflect Nuakhai traditions. Various customs associated with the festival have been showcased through the decorations, making the pandal a special attraction for visitors this year.

The puja committee has chosen a different theme for the pandal each year, and Nuakhai has been selected for this year's celebrations.

A committee member said, "We...