- By Kashish Rai
- Tue, 01 Oct 2024 02:50 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Durga Puja 2024: The sacred occasion of Durga Puja is a revered festival honouring Goddess Durga, transcending its religious significance to become a vibrant celebration of cultural heritage and communal bonding. The ten-day festivities encompass fasting, feasting, and worship, culminating in four days of grandeur: Saptami, Ashtami, Navami, and Dashami. In Bengal, Goddess Durga's majestic form, astride a lion, is worshipped with great fervour. Concurrently, North India observes Shardiya Navratri, paying homage to nine manifestations of Durga. This joyous occasion brings communities together, revitalising traditional values and customs. With processions, music, and art, Durga Puja embodies the triumph of good over evil, symbolising hope, renewal, and spiritual growth.
Know how long will Shardiya Navratri last during Durga Puja and check out the dates and other details about this sacred event below.
Durga Puja 2024: 8 Or 9 Days, How Long Will Shardiya Navratri Last?
This year, Shardiya Navratri will begin on 3rd October 2024 and will end on 12th October 2024. Therefore, the occasion of Shardiya Navratri will be celebrated for the full 9 days. In West Bengal and other eastern regions, the last four days of Navratri are observed as Durga Puja, featuring grand festivities and rituals. The tenth day is celebrated as Dussehra across most of India, symbolising Lord Rama's triumph over Ravana, while in Bengal, Vijayadashami marks the farewell to Goddess Durga with Durga Visarjan (immersion).
Durga Puja 2024: Dates And Calendar
Mahalaya - 2nd October 2024, Wednesday
Shasthi - 9th October 2024, Wednesday
Saptami - 10th October 2024, Thursday
Ashtami - 11th October 2024, Friday
Navami - 12th October 2024, Saturday
Dashami - 13th October 2024, Sunday
Durga Puja or Navratri is a significant celebration dedicated to the worship of Goddess Durga. (Image Source: Canva)
Durga Puja 2024: Significance
Durga Puja is one of India's most spectacular festivals, celebrated with immense fervour and grandeur. While West Bengal holds a special affinity for this festival, neighbouring states such as Odisha, Tripura, Bihar, Jharkhand, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, and Gujarat also enthusiastically participate in the festivities. This iconic celebration embodies the eternal triumph of good over evil, commemorating Goddess Durga's victory over the formidable buffalo demon, Mahishasura.
For the Bengali community, Durga Puja is a six-day extravaganza, comprising Mahalaya, Shashthi, Maha Saptami, Maha Ashtami, Maha Nabami, and Vijayadashami. Each day holds significance, as devotees immerse themselves in prayer, music, and cultural festivities. The celebrations reach a crescendo on Vijayadashami, marking the culmination of Goddess Durga's journey and her ultimate triumph over evil. As the festivities unfold, the spirit of Durga Puja unites people across regions, reaffirming the timeless values of faith, hope, and the unwavering victory of righteousness.
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