Shardiya Navratri is celebrated to honour the victory of good over evil, as goddess Durga, defeated the demon Mahishasura.
The 9-day long celebration of Navratri is around the corner. Navratri literally means 'nine nights and it is one of the most significant Hindu festivals that will be observed from October 7th this year. This auspicious occasion will last till October 15th. On October 15, Vijayadashami also known as Dussehra will be celebrated. It marks the end of Navaratri every year.
During Navaratri, devotees worship nine forms of Goddess Durga namely Shailaputri, Brahmacharini, Chandraghanta, Kushmanda, Skanda Mata, Katyayani, Kalaratri, Mahagauri, and Siddhidatri. The Navratri usually falls in September-October and is known as Shardiya Navratri.
Shardiya Navratri is celebrated to honour the victory of good over evil, as goddess Durga, defeated the demon Mahishasura. In West Bengal, Durga Puja has a special significance. This 5-day festivity will begin from October 7 and will last till 15.
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