Ker Puja

Recently, Prime Minister greeted people on the occasion of Ker Puja.

About Ker Puja

  • Ker puja is a festival held in Tripura.
  • The term “Ker” signifies austerity and the festival takes place two weeks after Kharchi Puja.
  • The celebration occurs two weeks after the Kharchi Puja to honour Ker.
  • Ker is said to be the guardian deity or Vastu Devata.
  • It includes offerings, sacrifices, and a prescribed boundary which safeguards people from calamities and external aggression.
  • The puja was initiated by the Tripura rajas.
  • Participation in the puja is required for the Halam tribe.
  • During the festival, entrances to the capital are closed, and participants are not ....
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