Sharadiya Navratri is a nine-day festival celebrating the worship of Goddess Durga. This year, the grand festival began on October 3, 2024, and will continue until October 11, 2024. On the eighth day known as Durga Ashtami, the worship of Maa Mahagauri is considered highly significant. Find out the rituals and importance of this day, including the timing of Kanya Pujan and Sandhi Puja.
The nine-day festival of Navratri is in full swing, with devotees celebrating day 5 by worshipping Skandamata, the mother of Lord Kartikeya. This manifestation of Goddess Durga is believed to bring blessings and favors from her son. The celebrations, marked by fasting and cultural events, exemplify a sense of community and devotion towards the deity.