Durga Puja is observed by Hindus from ancient times by worshipping goddess Durga and celebrating her victory over the mythological demon named Mahishasura.
Hindu scriptures depict goddess Durga as a warrior goddess carrying different weapons in her ten arms and riding on a lion. ET gives you a glimpse of the festivities:
In pic: An artist gives the finishing touches to an idol of Hindu goddess Durga ahead of Durga Puja festival in Mumbai.