Indian festival traditions

  • Udaipur

    Udaipur's Unique Navratri Celebration: Goddess Baleshwari Mata Adorned with Rs 51 Lakh in Currency Notes

    Sep 30, 2025 04:52 pm CST

    During this year's Navratri celebrations in Udaipur, the Baleshwar Yuva Mandal decorated Goddess Baleshwari Mata with over Rs 51 lakh in currency notes, continuing their four-year tradition of increasing cash decorations. This unique display includes notes of various denominations artistically arranged around the deity, with even the crown crafted entirely from currency notes, making it a remarkable highlight of India's festival season.