Shahpur (Himachal Pradesh), Oct. 17 -- The district-level Dussehra festival, Shahpur-2026, began on Saturday with traditional rituals, religious fervour and a grand procession in Kangra district.
Town and Country Planning, Housing and Technical Education Minister Rajesh Dharmani and Himachal Pradesh Assembly Deputy Chief Whip and Shahpur MLA Kewal Singh Pathania were present on the occasion.
The celebrations commenced with prayers and rituals at the Rameshwar Temple, where prayers were offered for peace, prosperity and well-being of the region. A grand procession was subsequently taken out from the SDM office in Shahpur and proceeded to the Dussehra Ground at 39 Mile.
The procession reflected a vibrant blend of religious faith and local ...