Navratri 2026: Dates, Rituals, Forms of Goddess Durga, and Festival Traditions
Navratri 2026 will be celebrated from October 11 to 19, culminating with Vijayadashami on October 20. The nine-day festival honors Goddess Durga's nine forms, each associated with specific colors, rituals, and spiritual meanings. Key traditions include Ghatasthapana (Kalash installation) on the first day, fasting, prayers, and cultural festivities like Garba. Regional variations exist, such as Bengal's Durga Puja starting on October 16. Devotees observe cleanliness, follow fasting rules, and adapt rituals to their lifestyles, including working individuals.
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timesnow broke this story on 9 Oct, 06:32 am. Other outlets followed.