Diwali: Effigy of ‘Narakasura’ burnt in Goa

As a part of Diwali celebrations, the effigy of ‘Narakasura’ was burnt in Panaji on October 24. It was done to mark Hindu God Krishna’s victory over Narakasura.

Diwali celebrations in Goa include the burning of firecracker-stuffed effigies of Asura King ‘Narakasura’.