Khandwa, Madhya Pradesh – The vibrant festival of Sanja Mata has commenced in Khandwa, coinciding with the observance of Pitru Paksha. Celebrated across the Nimar region, this unique festival sees unmarried girls creating intricate designs of flowers, the moon, and stars using cow dung on the outer walls of their homes.
Unmarried Girls Create Intricate Designs for Sanja Mata pic.twitter.com/5RxYY1IHaj
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The girls perform aarti (a devotional ritual) of Sanja Mata both in the morning and evening throughout the 16-day festival. It is a deeply rooted belief that worshipping and performing aarti of Sanja Mata will bless the girls with a good groom.
The festival culminates with the immersion of the Sanja Mata idols in a river or nearby well, symbolizing the end of the celebrations. This tradition not only fosters a sense of community but also keeps alive the cultural heritage of the region.
