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This time on the auspicious occasion of Shardiya Navratri in Ranchi, the capital of Jharkhand, such a wonderful confluence of faith, art and modern engineering is being seen, which is attracting everyone. This time, exact replicas of famous temples and historical heritages not only of the country but also of foreign countries have been prepared in various puja pandals of Ranchi. Amidst the crowd gathering on the streets of the city and the chants of Maa Durga echoing all around, people are arriving in large numbers to see these grand pandals. If you are also planning to visit these supernatural forms with your family, then before leaving home, definitely know about the changed traffic routes of the city and the specialties of major pandals.
Unique glimpse of America’s ‘Temple of Together’ in Ratu Road
This time, a very grand and attractive pandal has been constructed in Ratu Road area of Ranchi on the theme of the famous ‘Temple of Together’ located in Nevada, America. The biggest feature of this pandal is its unique combination of traditional Lebanese weaving style and intricate carvings. The artisans have used wood, ply and completely eco-friendly materials to give it the exact look and feel of America’s original structure. After watching this, it seems as if the audience has crossed the country’s border and reached straight to a grand temple complex in America.
Grand view of Swaraveda Mahamandir of Varanasi near Shaheed Chowk
Those devotees who due to some reasons could not go to Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh and visit the famous Swaraveda Mahamandir there, can experience the grandeur of this spiritual place in Ranchi this time. This puja pandal built near Shaheed Chowk has been molded in the format of the same famous temple of Varanasi, which is known all over the world for its architecture and divinity. Its supernatural decorations and carvings on the walls of the temple are mesmerizing every visitor.
Dwarka city and South Indian architecture are also being seen.
A replica of the famous Dwarkadhish temple of Gujarat has been prepared by the committees located on the main road of the city, where one gets the feel of the city of Lord Krishna. In this pandal, photographs related to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s darshan and worship of the ancient submerged Dwarka under the sea have also been specially displayed, which have remained the center of attraction among the people. Apart from this, a huge pandal has been decorated in the goat market on the lines of the famous Brihadeshwar temple of Thanjavur in South India, at the entrance of which the statues of meditating Lord Bholenath and Nandi Maharaj are captivating the devotees. The glimpse of Rajasthani culture and artwork in Harmu Colony and the form of Shiv Shakti Ganga Golden Temple of Haridwar in Gaadikhana of Ratu Road have made Ranchi’s Durga Puja historic.
New route chart issued by the administration to avoid traffic jams
In view of the huge crowd gathered in the pandals and the pressure of vehicles, Ranchi District Administration and Traffic Police have made strict arrangements for security and traffic control in the city. There will be a ban on the entry of heavy vehicles and four-wheelers in the evening from Mahasaptami to Vijayadashami on the main roads of the city or their routes have been changed. Special traffic diversions have been implemented around Lalpur, Kachari Chowk, Albert Ekka Chowk, Dangratoli and Harmu Road so that common citizens do not face any inconvenience.
Special parking and strict security arrangements for devotees
Puja committees have also made arrangements for wheelchairs for the elderly and disabled in collaboration with the administration. Along with this, designated parking lots have been made near Harmu Maidan, Bariatu and other major pandals where instructions have been given to park vehicles. For security reasons, police forces are being deployed everywhere and surveillance is being done through CCTV cameras. In such a situation, if you also want to enjoy these grand pandals, then follow the traffic rules and use public transport or fixed routes only.