Goa's Bengali community celebrates 'Sindur Khela'

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Sindur Khela literally translates to 'vermillion game', and is a Bengali Hindu tradition where women smear each other with sindur.

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Sindur Khela takes place on the last day of Durga Puja and is largely celebrated by married women.

Sindur Khela|Bengali community |Goa

Sindur Khela is the final ritual that is carried out before the immersion of Goddess Durga. It marks the farewell and culmination of Durga Puja celebrations.

Sindur Khela|Bengali community |Goa

And, this is how the Bengali Cultural Association, in Goa, celebrated the 42nd Durga Puja festival.

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Women were seen happily worshipping the Goddess Durga during Sindur Khela.

Sindur Khela|Bengali community |Goa

Women cheerfully smeared sindur on each other.

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And, amidst all the festivities, taking a selfie was definitely a must!

Sindur Khela|Bengali community |Goa

The Bengali community in Goa is one of the oldest communities in the state, and hosts a variety of celebratory activities during the annual festival of Durga Puja and more.

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