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Rain Soaks Ravana Effigies in Madhya Pradesh During Dussehra
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 21 Oct 2026, 05:38 AM
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Heavy rain drenched the Ravana effigies set up for Dussehra celebrations in Madhya Pradesh, disrupting the traditional burning ceremony.
On the evening of Dussehra, heavy showers fell over Madhya Pradesh, soaking the large effigies of Ravana that had been erected for the annual festival. The rain prevented the customary burning of the figures, leading to a temporary halt in the celebrations.
Local officials reported that the waterlogged effigies were still intact but could not be set ablaze due to safety concerns. Some community members expressed disappointment, while others noted the unusual weather as a reminder of nature’s unpredictability.
Meteorological authorities have issued a weather alert for the western regions of the country, warning of continued rainfall for the next two days. Residents in those areas are advised to take precautions against flooding and road disruptions.
The incident has sparked discussions on how climate variability may affect cultural events in the future, with experts urging better preparedness for such unexpected weather patterns.
Local officials reported that the waterlogged effigies were still intact but could not be set ablaze due to safety concerns. Some community members expressed disappointment, while others noted the unusual weather as a reminder of nature’s unpredictability.
Meteorological authorities have issued a weather alert for the western regions of the country, warning of continued rainfall for the next two days. Residents in those areas are advised to take precautions against flooding and road disruptions.
The incident has sparked discussions on how climate variability may affect cultural events in the future, with experts urging better preparedness for such unexpected weather patterns.