SaralnamaKalyanpur and Pusa blocks in Samastipur district celebrated Diwali on Monday. Police were deployed for security. Markets bustled with people buying Lakshmi-Ganesh idols. Vegetable prices were high, with parwal at ₹70/kg, brinjal at ₹60/kg, and cauliflower at ₹80-100/kg. From morning, people cleaned homes and courtyards. By evening, houses were decorated with lights. At the auspicious time, people worshipped Lakshmi and Ganesh with sweets and offerings. Children burst crackers. After prayers, people distributed prasad and exchanged greetings. Women prepared various dishes. Police patrolled to ensure peaceful celebrations. (Updated 20 Oct 2025, 21:24 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Kalyanpur and Pusa blocks in Samastipur district celebrated Diwali on Monday
- Police were deployed for security
- Markets bustled with people buying Lakshmi-Ganesh idols