The ground where the tree trunk is installed is purified using cow dung and holy water. The tree trunk is erected by placing it in a hole dug in the ground and secured into position using ropes.
The trunk is smeared with haldi (turmeric); similar to how a prospective bride is smeared with turmeric during the haldi chadavane (haldi ceremony) before a Koli wedding.
The Goddess is taken to bless the boats used by the Koli fishermen. The presence of the Goddess on the boat ensures the safety of the fishermen at sea and a bountiful catch for the rest of the year.
Devotees are splashed with sea water, and the boats return to the harbour, from where the idols are ceremoniously carried back to their respective homes. The families store the facemask safely until next year’s festival.
The procession reaches Versova Beach with much fanfare, dancing, and celebrations. The boats used by the Koli fishermen are assembled at the dock, from where they depart for sea carrying the idol of the Goddess and devotees for the visarjan (immersion) ceremony.