Overview

• Thousands gathered along the Brahmaputra on Thursday for the traditional visarjan that closed the city’s festivities.
• Immersions were conducted at designated sites including Lachit, Pandu, Joypur (Choonsali) and Saukuchi ghats prepared to handle large processions.
• Authorities enforced a ban on loud music and limited each puja committee’s immersion team to six people to maintain order.
• Those unable to complete rites on Thursday were allowed to proceed on Friday, with an on-site official reporting eight idols immersed so far and about 400 expected.
• SDRF and NDRF teams supported devotees as police managed flows at the ghats, ensuring a smooth and safe process.