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Marbat
The festival involves the procession of effigies known as Marbats. There are two types of Marbats: Kali Marbat (black) and Peeli Marbat (yellow). These effigies represent symbolic aspects and are considered to be connected to evil forces. The black and yellow effigies are also called Kaali Marbat and Piwli Marbat respectively. On the second day of the Pola festival, the spirit of Kali and Peeli Marbats comes alive. Amidst feverish slogans, the effigies are led out in a procession. The shouting of slogans like
The Peeli Marbat tradition began in 1885 during an epidemic outbreak in Nagpur. It was intended to address infectious diseases, and locals believed that creating a Marbat would free them from these ills. Yellow Marbat represents the eradication of infectious diseases.
The Kali Marbat started around 1881. According to legend, after Queen Bakabai of the Gond Royal Family revolted against her family and joined the British forces, the Gond family faced difficult times. Kali Marbat is associated with overcoming challenges and adversity. The black and yellow Marbats are taken on a 10-km procession through the lanes of Itwari and East Nagpur. Finally, these effigies are burnt, symbolically eliminating negativity and evil forces.
In summary, the Marbat festival is a unique blend of tradition, history, and symbolism, celebrating the spirit of gratitude and resilience in Nagpur. 
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The festival involves the procession of effigies known as Marbats. There are two types of Marbats: Kali Marbat (black) and Peeli Marbat (yellow). These effigies represent symbolic aspects and are considered to be connected to evil forces. The black and yellow effigies are also called Kaali Marbat and Piwli Marbat respectively. On the second day of the Pola festival, the spirit of Kali and Peeli Marbats comes alive. Amidst feverish slogans, the effigies are led out in a procession. The shouting of slogans like
adds charm to the event. This may also serve as a way for people to vent their pent-up aggression and fury against societal issues.“Ida, pain, khasi, khokla, rog gheoon ja gaye marbat!” (Take away all our pains and illnesses, oh Marbat)
The Peeli Marbat tradition began in 1885 during an epidemic outbreak in Nagpur. It was intended to address infectious diseases, and locals believed that creating a Marbat would free them from these ills. Yellow Marbat represents the eradication of infectious diseases.
The Kali Marbat started around 1881. According to legend, after Queen Bakabai of the Gond Royal Family revolted against her family and joined the British forces, the Gond family faced difficult times. Kali Marbat is associated with overcoming challenges and adversity. The black and yellow Marbats are taken on a 10-km procession through the lanes of Itwari and East Nagpur. Finally, these effigies are burnt, symbolically eliminating negativity and evil forces.
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