From rajbaris to daaker saaj: Delhi's Durga puja finds new ease, nostalgia

DURGA Puja organisers across the capital are brimming with enthusiasm this year, crediting the administration's singlewindow clearance system for a hassle-free run-up to the festivities.

- ASHISH SRIVASTAVA @ New Delhi

The process, handled by district magistrates, has won rare praise from puja committees long accustomed to chasing multiple departments for permissions.

Avik Mitra, assistant treasurer of the CR Park Mela Ground Durga Puja Samiti, said the extended use of loudspeakers till midnight has added to the excitement. "Young people are looking forward to the cultural nights, especially the musical fest," he said.