Shardiya Navratri 2024: Nine Days of Worship and Fasting to Celebrate Goddess Durga

The festival will run from October 3 to October 12, culminating in Dussehra, symbolizing the victory of good over evil.

Shardiya Navratri 2024 will be observed from October 3 to October 12, marking nine days of worship, fasting, and rituals dedicated to Goddess Durga.
The festival commemorates the battle between Goddess Durga and the demon Mahishasura, ending with his defeat on the tenth day, Dussehra.
Devotees observe various types of fasting, including Nirjala and Falhaar, and follow specific dietary guidelines, avoiding non-vegetarian foods, intoxicants, and certain grains.
Key rituals during the festival include Ghatasthapana, Kanya Puja, and Havan, with the auspicious Ghatasthapana Muhurat occurring on October 3 from 6:30 AM to 7:31 AM.
Durga Puja, especially celebrated in West Bengal, overlaps with the last four days of Navratri, culminating in Vijay Dashami, which also marks Lord Rama's victory over Ravana.