Navratri 2024: Significance, Rituals, Dates & Celebrations Across India
Navratri is a Hindu festival that spans nine nights and is dedicated to the worship of Goddess Durga and her nine forms. The festival is celebrated with great enthusiasm across India and among Hindu communities worldwide.
Types of Navratri
There are four types of Navratri celebrated throughout the year, but the most popular ones are:
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Chaitra Navratri (March-April) – Begins with Gudi Padwa/Ugadi
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Sharad Navratri (September-October) – Ends with Dussehra
Significance of Navratri
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Each day is dedicated to a different form of Goddess Durga, representing power, wisdom, and prosperity.
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It signifies the victory of good over evil, as it marks the defeat of demon Mahishasura by Goddess Durga.
Navratri Celebrations
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Fasting & Prayers: Devotees observe fasts and perform special pujas.
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Garba & Dandiya Raas: In Gujarat and other parts of India, people dance in traditional attire.
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Durga Puja: In West Bengal, Navratri coincides with the grand celebration of Durga Puja.
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Ramlila: In North India, theatrical performances of the Ramayana take place, leading up to Dussehra.
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Ayudha Puja: In South India, instruments, books, and tools are worshipped.
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