Bhubaneswar, Oct. 2 -- The traditional Ravan Podi Utsav will be held at seven venues across Bhubaneswar today to mark Vijaya Dashami, symbolising the triumph of good over evil.

According to the Twin City Commissionerate Police, effigies of demon king Ravan will be set ablaze at Naharkanta (Pahal PS), Baramunda (Khandagiri PS), Koradakanta and Bankual (Badagada PS), Gopalpur (Info-Valley PS), KIIT Road (Infocity PS) and Football Ground (Kapilaprasad Airfield PS).

The event is a key part of Dussehra celebrations, commemorating Lord Rama's victory over Ravana as narrated in the Ramayana.

This year, Bhubaneswar is hosting 193 puja pandals. To ensure the smooth conduct of festivities, the Commissionerate Police has tightened security across...