Tripura Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb on 20th July, inaugurated the 7 days long “Kharchi Puja” at Puran Habeli, in Tripura.
The annual festival is meant to cleanse the sins of mortal souls. Originally a Hindu tribals' festivity, it is now observed by all communities and religion.
The worship starts with the dipping of 14 deities in the Howrah river, followed by the sacrifice of 108 animals
Kharchi Puja is the biggest festival for the Hindu tribals in the northeastern region.