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An elderly artisan painting a statue of Goddess Durga at a roadside workspace in India ahead of the Durga Puja festival. Working by hand, he carefully applies paint and adds fine details to the murti, concentrating on its facial features, colours, and decorative elements. Close-up shots highlight the precision involved in finishing the religious sculpture. The roadside setting offers a glimpse into the work of traditional idol painters as they prepare statues for festival worship. The footage captures the craftsmanship and manual effort involved in creating a Durga Puja idol.