Why 108 Diyas And 108 Lotus Flowers Are Offered During Sandhi Puja

News18 - Oct 17, 2026

From flickering diyas to sacred lotus blooms, discover the mythology and symbolism behind one of Durga Puja’s most revered rituals.

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