KASATANDI: THE SYMBOL OF AUTUMN AND THE FESTIVITIES OF DURGA PUJA
The Sunday Guardian|October 13, 2024
With the arrival of the Kasatandi flowers, a palpable sense of excitement and anticipation fills the air across India.
BIJAYANI MISHRA
KASATANDI: THE SYMBOL OF AUTUMN AND THE FESTIVITIES OF DURGA PUJA

Their delicate, white plumes signal not just the change of seasons, but the beginning of Durga Puja, a festival eagerly awaited by millions. Streets are abuzz with preparations, homes are adorned with lights and decorations, and the community spirit is at its peak.

Meanwhile, Nature has its own way of celebration.

As the Kasatandi flowers bloom in harmony with the festivities, they embody the collective joy and devotion of the people, welcoming the divine presence of Goddess Durga with open hearts and unwavering reverence.

Amidst the hustle and bustle of life the fields of Kasatandi flowers stand as a quiet witness to the passage of time. These flowers, with their delicate, featherlike plumes, have long been intertwined with the rhythm of life, especially during the vibrant days of Durga Puja.

As the festival season is just around the corner the Kasatandi flowers burst into bloom, as if rejoicing in the divine arrival of Goddess Durga. Their white tufts catch the morning dew, sparkling like a sea of diamonds under the early sun.

But as the nights grow longer and the sound of drums fades, these flowers seem to understand the imminent farewell.Local lore speaks of a profound connection: the Kasatandi stops blooming when it senses the festival's end, mirroring the collective sigh of a community that must part with the Goddess once more. This tale of the Kasatandi flower is not just a story of a plant, but a narrative deeply woven into the cultural and spiritual fabric of those who celebrate Durga Puja.

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