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  Gangaur Vrat Katha: Story behind Gangaur puja, its significance and why women observe it

  March 21, 2026 14:50 IST

  Gangaur vrat katha is the story of Goddess Parvati’s devotion to Lord Shiva and the origin of the festival. The tale highlights the importance of faith, secrecy in worship, and blessings for marital happiness and a good life partner.

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  Foreign tourists entranced as Gangaur festival gets under way in Jaipur

  India | April 14, 2013 12:41 IST

  Jaipur, Apr 14: The 'shahi sawaari' (procession) on the occasion of Gangaur festival was taken out in the Pink City on Saturday with foreign tourists crowding around to watch the Kalbelia, Algauja, Gair and Chakri