Kali Puja significance & Assamese Society 2013

Unlike other festival Kali Puja is part & parcel of Assamese society. It has more significance then Diwali festival which generally co-inside on the same day / tithi. Its mostly performed in the mid night of Amavasya (Dark Moon phase). She is worshiped with red flower (China rose), offered animal blood / sacrifices along with chanting of tantric mantras (hymns). It is said,by worshiping goddess Kali one can obtain wealth, bliss & happiness.

Getting ready for mid night Kali puja.