Dussehra: 50-ft Tall Ravana Effigy Burnt At Kolkata's Salt Lake; See Pics

Image Courtesy: Press release

Grand Dussehra!

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Extravagant Effigies

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What's The Venue?

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Who Attended The Event?

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Thousands Of Devotees

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