Vadodara: Garba on the eighth day of the festival in Vadodara. The presence of the commissioner, the gate dispute in the LVP; Diwali-like atmosphere in the market

On the eighth day of Navratri, Garba is in full swing in Vadodara and Surat. After a two-day rain break, thousands of players flocked to the United Way of Baroda and LVP Heritage Garba, while the markets saw Diwali-like enthusiasm. Municipal Commissioner Arun Mahesh Babu took part in the United Way, while the players protested against the closure of Gate-4 at LVP. In Surat too, the colour of Garba has reached its peak on the festival of Ashtami. Garba after a two-day break at the United Way After a two-day rain break, the players of the United Way of Baroda Garba have called for a garba game today. Thousands of sportspersons, dressed in different costumes, gathered and one of the players said, "It has been quiet for so long, today I felt like playing garba." Vadodara Municipal Commissioner Arun Mahesh Babu also took part in the enthusiasm by roaming around the garba. However, a woman suffered a fractured toenail while playing garba, which was immediately treated by a medical team at the spot. There was no space to step into the food court during the break and there was a huge crowd at the exit gate. Gate-4 controversy in LVP Heritage A large number of players gathered at the LVP Heritage Garba after two days, but Gate No. 4. The closure created a tumultuous atmosphere. The players demanded that the Wifiri open the gates and there was a traffic jam as the bikes were blocked. One of the players said, 'They behave like this every day.' After a lot of commotion and jam, the gate was finally opened. Further, problem of mud and mud was observed at the entry point, due to which it was difficult for the players to pass. However, the organizers have also announced to play Garba on the day of Dussehra, which is boosting the enthusiasm of the players. The LVP witnessed Garba on the theme of 'Operation Sindhur' and the players in unique costumes. Diwali-like atmosphere in the market Due to the festival of Navratri, the markets of Vadodara have become very crowded, and the atmosphere has become Diwali-like. Crowds of people are seen at the stalls of shopping and garba items. Amba Mata temple in Mandvi is 1 km away from Mataji. There is a long queue and a huge crowd of devotees. Devotees are immersed in the devotion by immersed in the aarti of Maa Umiya, which highlights the spiritual aspect of the festival.