Shardiya Navratri 2026 Dates, Rituals, and Dussehra Observance Details
Shardiya Navratri 2026 begins on October 11 with Ghatasthapana and Shailputri Puja, marking the start of the nine-day festival honoring Goddess Durga's nine forms. Each day features specific rituals and traditional colors. The festival concludes with Vijayadashami, or Dussehra, on October 20, which celebrates the victory of good over evil. Regional variations exist, such as Bengal observing Bijoya Dashami on October 21. Mahalaya on October 10 marks the spiritual prelude to Durga Puja, especially in Bengal, preceding the main festivities starting October 16.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–58/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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news18 broke this story on 5 Oct, 05:01 am. Other outlets followed.