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Cuttack Experts Propose Shifting Durga Immersion Procession to Ease Congestion
8 Oct
Summary
- Experts push for route change from congested areas to spacious Ring Road
- Aim to enhance security, ease traffic, and allow 'medhas' to be displayed
- Benefit both devotees and emergency services
In the wake of recent Durga immersion violence in Cuttack, experts are pushing for a significant route change to improve the event's safety and logistics. As of October 8th, 2025, the proposal is to shift the procession from the congested Dargha Bazaar and Choudhury Bazar areas to the more spacious Ring Road.
This move aims to enhance security measures, ease traffic congestion, and allow Cuttack's renowned 'medhas' (large, ornate structures) to be displayed in their full glory without the risk of damage. Experts believe this change will benefit both the devotees participating in the procession and the emergency services tasked with managing the event.
The current route through the crowded commercial districts has posed challenges in the past, with limited space hampering the smooth flow of the procession and potentially compromising public safety. By relocating to the Ring Road, organizers hope to create a more controlled and secure environment for the Durga immersion celebrations.
