Durga Ashtami and Navami Coincide in Unique 2024 Celebration

This year, the revered Hindu festivals of Durga Puja and Navratri see Ashtami and Navami falling on the same day, marking a special occasion for devotees.

Durga Ashtami, dedicated to worshipping Goddess Mahagauri, and Navami, celebrating the victory over Mahishasura, both fall on October 11, 2024.
Kanya Puja, a ritual honoring young girls as embodiments of the goddess, is a key part of the celebrations on Ashtami and Navami.
Durga Puja is a major festival in West Bengal, symbolizing the victory of good over evil, and is celebrated with grand rituals and cultural events.
In Lucknow, special attractions include the Kumari Puja and Sandhi Puja, highlighting the spiritual significance of the festival.
The festival of Navratri spans nine days, each dedicated to a different form of Goddess Durga, with devotees observing fasts and offering prayers.