Garia Puja

Current Context: Garia Puja is a seven-day festival celebrated annually in Tripura. The festival honors Garia, a deity symbolizing prosperity and well-being, and is a key cultural event for the state.

About

• Originated in the tribal traditions of Tripura.
• Marks the beginning of the Tripuri calendar month of Boishakh.
• Rituals and Practices
• Bamboo pole erected as a symbol of Lord Garia.
• Offerings: Rice, fowl, rice beer, and eggs.
• Chicken sacrifice is common among the Tripuri community, with the blood offered as a blessing.

Modern Celebrations

• The festival has expanded beyond tribal areas to urban centers like Agartala.
• Celebrated by diverse communities, promoting social harmony and recognizing the region’s rich culture.