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Oct 5, 2022
Kullu Dusshera, also known as International Dusshera Festival, is a week-long mega event in the spectacular Himachali abode.
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Kullu Dusshera 2022 started today and will continue for 7 days. The chariot procession of Lord Raghunath is the main attraction.
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Each year, this international event attracts 4-5 lakh devotees who visit Kullu to catch a glimpse of the grand festival.
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Kullu Dusshera is marked by devotees carrying local deities in palanquins, out of which Lord Raghunath's procession being flocked the most.
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On the sixth day of Kullu Dusshera, all the deities are assembled, and lamb, fish etc. are sacrificed.
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The legend of Kullu Dusshera dates back to 17th century when a local king installed an idol of Lord Raghunath on his throne.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday participated in the Kullu Dusshera festival.
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The PM also received a warm welcome from the people of Kullu as he entered the town on October 5.
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Modi has become the first prime minister to participate the year Kullu Dusshera festival.
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