Lt Governor of Andaman and Nicobar Islands Jagdish Mukhi was present on the occasion. It was organised by the city-based Mahila Jagrati Sangh.
Mukhi stated that the festival holds a very important place in Indian culture and tradition and was a symbol of "devotion and sacrifice" of married women.
Dusshera ground in Janakpuri, that hosted the event, saw the enthusiastic participation of a large number of women and a dandiya competition.
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