The villagers of Cumbharjua bid goodbye to Ganapati on the occasion of the famous Sangod (Utsav) festival that was held recently. The river banks of Cumbharjua canal turned into a festive atmosphere as people occupied every available space along the bed of the river. Also called Devi’s Sangod, people from all walks of life gathered in large numbers on the seventh day to witness a lively religious-cultural event, the immersion of Ganesh idol that is installed at Shree Shantadurga Kumbharjuvekarin temple at Marcela.
As per the tradition, Devi’s Sangod is boarded by Bhat (priest), Jalmi, Vajantri (musicians), temple committee members and Katkar, the poll (Khamo) carrier. Besides all these members, there are four other characters who act as Ganapati, his consorts Riddhi-Siddhi, other characters who are part of Sangod include Betaal by Sawant, Shankasur by Tari, Putana by Phadte, Amba and Ambalika by rest of the others and Desai Sawant Kul (sect).