BY TC News Desk
Agartala, 17th March 2026 : The sacred Baruni Snan, an important bathing festival observed by Hindus, began at the Ram Thakur Boys School ground in the Pratapgarh area of Agartala, drawing a large number of devotees and visitors. The holy event is being held along the banks of the Howrah River, where devotees gathered in large crowds to take the ritual bath.
Baruni Snan is traditionally observed on the *Krishna Paksha Trayodashi tithi of the month of Chaitra, when it coincides with **Shatabhisha Nakshatra and a Saturday*. According to Hindu beliefs, taking a holy dip in the Ganga or any sacred river on this auspicious day helps devotees cleanse their sins and earn spiritual merit. It is believed that bathing on this day grants the same spiritual benefits as bathing in the Ganga.
At the fairground near the Howrah River, thousands of devotees were seen performing the ritual bath before visiting a nearby *Shiva temple* to offer prayers and perform religious rituals. After bathing in the river, many devotees proceeded to the temple to seek blessings from Lord Shiva.
The Baruni Snan festival at this location has been observed for *around 40 to 50 years*, becoming a long-standing religious tradition for the local community.
A *two-day fair* has also been organized to mark the occasion. Stalls and temporary shops have been set up by vendors from different parts of the region, creating a vibrant festive atmosphere.
Similarly, the *traditional Baruni Fair* was also held at the confluence of the *Lauganga and Muhuri rivers* in the Lauganga area under Shantirbazar subdivision. As in previous years, shopkeepers from various parts of the subdivision set up stalls for the event.
Thousands of devotees visited the Baruni fair to perform religious rituals and pray for the spiritual peace of their ancestors. After taking a dip in the river, many were seen offering water in memory of their forefathers, following traditional religious customs.
The Baruni Snan and the associated fairs continue to attract a large number of devotees from across the state every year, highlighting the deep religious faith and cultural heritage of the region.
