Thousands of people thronged the streets of Nagpur city on Friday to celebrate the Marbat festival.
The Marbat procession started from Tandapeth in Central Nagpur at around 8 am on Friday.
As per the tradition, the devotees took out a procession carrying effigies that represent evil forces. The clay effigies or ‘Marbats’ of Kali (black) and Pivli (Yellow) were the main attractions of the procession.
The 150-year-old festival is celebrated only in Nagpur. During the celebration, people gather to address social problems.
Kali and Pivli are believed to be sisters who are made to meet each other on this day. While some believe that the festival has some historical value others consider Kali and Pivli as deities. ‘Gheun Ja Ge Marbate’ is a famous slogan during this festival.
A lot of people believe that the Kali and Pilvi marbat will make their wishes come true during this festival. It also related to history during the British Raj.