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Pune's Durga Puja Celebrations Ignite Passion with Mesmerizing Dhunuchi Dance
30 Sep
Summary
- Dhunuchi naach, a fiery devotional dance, marks the climax of Durga Puja festivities
- Performers skillfully balance incense burners, moving to the rhythm of drums
- Tradition upheld by all ages, from young children to seniors, in Pune
As the Durga Puja festivities in Pune reach their climax, the air is thick with the scent of incense and the palpable anticipation of the dhunuchi naach, a fiery devotional dance that marks the occasion. On the evening of September 30th, 2025, dancers step forward, carefully balancing earthen burners filled with smouldering coconut husk and camphor. As fragrant smoke gracefully coils upward, the performers begin to sway and spin, signaling the start of this captivating ritual.
The dhunuchi naach is a testament to the timeless victory of good over evil, with dancers skillfully maneuvering the incense burners on their palms or even clenching them between their teeth, moving to the relentless, hypnotic rhythm of the drums. This profound ritual of surrender and triumph draws both participants and onlookers into a shared, powerful moment of faith.
