Why do young girls in Odisha gather together to worship Maa Mangala during Khudurukuni Puja? Behind this beautiful tradition is a touching story about a young girl named Ta’voi, who was the only sister among seven brothers. According to the traditional story, her life changed dramatically when her brothers left home for business. What followed was a period of hardship, loneliness and neglect that eventually led Ta’voi towards devotion. Her story is remembered as an important part of the tradition associated with Khudurukuni Puja.
