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Decorated Ceiling of a Kali Puja Pandal

The decorated ceiling of a Kali Puja pandal is done to create a sacred, festive, and immersive atmosphere that honors Goddess Kali and attracts devotees. Each year, pandals compete in creativity—ceiling designs often reflect themes from mythology, social issues, or local heritage.

 

Aesthetic Appeal: The ceiling is the first thing people notice when they look up inside the pandal, so it’s decorated to leave a lasting impression.

 

Even you can find the Swastik (or Swastika) which is one of the most sacred and ancient symbols in Hinduism, representing auspiciousness, prosperity, and well-being. It is widely used in rituals, temple art, rangolis, and even on the entrances of homes and businesses to invoke divine blessings.

 

The word Swastika comes from Sanskrit — su (good) + asti (to be) + ka (symbol), meaning “that which is associated with well-being.”

 

Right-facing Swastik (clockwise): Most common in Hinduism, symbolizing the Sun, prosperity, and growth.

 

Left-facing Swastik (anticlockwise): Sometimes used in tantric practices and associated with Goddess Kali or Shakti.

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Uploaded on October 31, 2025
Taken on October 21, 2025