MARGAO
The traditional Sotero (umbrella) festival was celebrated with pomp and gaiety in Cuncolim on Tuesday as the procession of Goddess Shantadurga Kunkalikarin wend its way to the town from Fatorpa in the afternoon.
Devotees sought the blessings of Goddess Shantadurga Kunkalikarin as it was brought to Cuncolim, her native place in a richly decorated palanquin. Thousands of people from all walks of life welcomed the Goddess as the procession accompanied by the 12 colourful umbrellas arrived at Cuncolim along the traditional route.
The Tolleabhat area at Culvaddo near the Cuncolim Municipal Council building wore a festive look as thousands of devotees poured to seek blessings of the Goddess. The sotreo festival is celebrated by people from all walks of life, irrespective of caste and creed as they welcome Goddess Shantadurga Kunkalinkarin to her native place once a year.
