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Preparation For Bhoot Choturdashi Or Indian Halloween In India.

Artists are seen giving final touches to figurines of demons , ahead of Bhoot Chaturdashi or Indian halloween obsewrvation in Kolkata , India , on 9 November 2023 . In the Indian state of West Bengal the day before the Kali Puja is observed as Bhoot Chaturdashi. It is believed on the eve of this dark night, the souls of the deceased come down to earth to visit their dear ones. It is also believed that the 14 forefathers of a family visit their living relatives, and so 14 diyas are placed all around the house to guide them homewards and especially to chase away the evil ones. Every dark corner and nook are illuminated with light. (Photo by Debarchan Chatterjee/NurPhoto)

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