Thakurnagar Baruni Mahamela: Unity Amidst Divisions, Grand Archway Built

• A grand archway, costing 30 lakh rupees, is being constructed at Sridham Thakurnagar for the upcoming Matua Baruni Mahamela.
• The archway is an initiative of Shantanu Thakur, MP from Bongaon Lok Sabha constituency and Union Minister of State, and is expected to be completed before the fair.
• This year's Mahamela, starting March 17, sees a rare display of unity among previously divided Matua organizations, including those led by Shantanu Thakur, Subrata Thakur, and Mamata Thakur.
• The joint flag hoisting by three separate All India Matua Mahasanghas signifies a move towards a peaceful and conflict-free fair, despite political differences.
• Lakhs of Matua devotees from various regions gather at Thakurnagar's Thakur Bari for a holy dip in Kamana Sagar and to participate in the fair, which is a symbol of community identity and unity.