Two groups set off firecrackers for an hour at Khargone's Tawdi Chowk on Padwa under drone watch

The 'pair chhodna' tradition was observed on Tuesday at Tawdi Chowk in Paharsinghpura, Khargone, on the day of Padwa after Deepavali. People from two sides stood facing each other and set off firecrackers for about an hour.

Police kept watch over the entire area during the event, and drones were also used for surveillance. Tawdi Chowk was barricaded and traffic was diverted.

Police personnel were deployed for security, including SDOP Saurabh Tomar and Kotwali TI BL Mandloi. An ambulance and a fire brigade were also present at the spot.

Local resident Ravi Verma said the 'pair chhodna' tradition has been followed here for years. He said full care is taken over safety during the event.

Kotwali TI BL Mandloi said a meeting had been held beforehand in view of possible dangers during the tradition. At that meeting, people were advised to keep the event safe and limited. Police were deployed with safety equipment.