Mangaluru, Oct 24, 2020: Ayudha Pooja is being celebrated with gaiety on Mahanavami, the ninth day of Navaratri on October 24, Saturday. People worship all tools and implements and their vehicles on this day.
Vehicles in the city are seen decked up with flowers. Various institutions and business establishments too are celebrating Ayudha Pooja with great reverence. Special prayers and poojas are also being held in temples on this day.
This year however, the celebrations have been low-key due to the Covid restrictions.