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Artisans crafting handcrafted clay idols (murtis) for the Durga Puja festival in Vasant Kunj, New Delhi. Multiple idols of Goddess Durga are seen in different stages of completion, from clay sculpting and detailing to painted and fully decorated forms. The goddess is depicted with her traditional ten arms, symbolizing strength and the triumph of good over evil. The workshop also features Durga's lion, her traditional vahana (mount), and the figure of Mahishasura, the buffalo demon from Hindu mythology. Several idols are adorned with vibrant red and gold attire, while others await painting and final decoration. The temporary workshop, set beneath trees, highlights the skilled craftsmanship and seasonal preparations undertaken by artisans before the annual Durga Puja celebrations.
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