A ritual is followed at Ranchhodji temple where cannons are fired as part of Dev Diwali celebrations. However, when the cannons were fired, sparks that flew injured two individuals, following which the ritual was halted. A negative report was given by the police station over this, following which the cannon was seized by the Collector. Devotees angered over this matter are demanding the practice be reinstated.
Today, amidst controversy, the cannon will be tested with 10 blasts at Navlakhi Ground. Notably, the priest, in protest, has been barefoot for 26 years, vowing to wear shoes only after the 11-gun salute is permitted.