Low-key Durga Puja in Assam: Fewer theme pandals due to fund crunch

In Assam, Durga Puja festivities are being held low-key as many organisers said they could not erect theme-based pandals due to fund crunch. Many organisers said they did not receive sponsorships or advertisements due to the coronavirus pandemic.

In Assam, Durga Puja festivities started without the usual fanfare. Many puja committees say they didn't have enough funds due to the pandemic that also means restrictions on gatherings.

The big Durga Puja idols are missing in Assam this time as the height of idols has been limited to 5 feet as per the government's Covid guidelines.