Sharad Navratri 2026: Dates, Rituals, and Significance of Maha Ashtami and Durga Visarjan
Sharad Navratri 2026 celebrations focus on key rituals including Durga Visarjan on October 21, Maha Ashtami on October 18-19, and Maha Navami on October 19-20. Devotees observe Kanya Pujan, worshipping young girls as manifestations of Goddess Durga, with timing varying due to lunar calendar tithi overlaps. Maa Mahagauri, the eighth form of Durga, is central to Maha Ashtami, symbolizing purity and spiritual renewal. Ritual timings and observances differ regionally, guided by local panchang and traditions.
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