Tarakeswar’s Shravani Mela begins with aerial rose petals

The Shravani Mela, a big festival for Lord Shiva, started in Tarakeswar, West Bengal.

This year, it's extra special because a helicopter dropped rose petals on the temple and devotees.

The government made it a National Festival and added many new things like cool jute carpets for the pilgrims to walk on.

Lots of people come every year to walk barefoot to the temple, and this year, they have better facilities like rest areas and medical help.

The Chief Minister, Suvendu Adhikari, said the government wants to support this religious tradition more than before.

It's a mix of old traditions and new, big celebrations.