“No entry without a Tilak!” at VNF in Vadodara:
In Vadodara, the Garba festivities have kicked off with a unique twist. Garba enthusiasts, primarily young boys, are participating in the Vadodara Navratri Festival (VNF) where they must follow a rule called "No Entry Without a Tilak" This rule requires the participants to have a Tilak on their foreheads before they are allowed entry to play Garba. Organizers of the Garba event strictly enforced this rule, ensuring that participants comply with this requirement. It adds a unique element to the traditional Garba celebrations in Vadodara.