The annual Hindu festival of Shardiya Navratri, known for its vibrant celebrations and devotion to Goddess Durga, has begun and will continue for nine days across India. This auspicious time is marked by rituals, fasting, and cultural activities, as devotees honour the goddess through various traditions. The festival ends with Dussehra, a symbol of the triumph of good over evil, making it a significant event in the Hindu calendar.