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Durga Puja (ISO: Durgā Pūjā), also known as Durgotsava or Sharodotsav, is an annual festival originating in the Indian subcontinent which reveres and pays homage to the Hindu goddess Durga, and is also celebrated because of Durga's victory over Mahishasura.
HISTORY OF THE PUJA. Durga idol created by artist Late Gopeshwar Pal. Celebrated in the month of Ashvin (September – October), Durga puja (fondly referred to as Pujo) is one of the most awaited festivals in India, especially in West Bengal.
Jun 23, 2024 · Durga Puja, major festival of Hinduism, traditionally held for 10 days in the month of Ashvina (September–October), the seventh month of the Hindu calendar. Durga Puja celebrates the victory of the goddess Durga over the demon king Mahishasura.
Feb 21, 2024 · Durga Puja 2024 Date in India Calendar: Durga Puja is observed in the month of Ashvin, according to the Hindu lunar calendar. In 2024, it will be celebrated from October 9th to October 12th. Here's all you need to know.
Durga Puja is celebrated during Devi Paksha which is 15 days period of Ashwin lunar month as per Hindu calendar. [ ...more] Also Called: Bhagwati Puja, Akal Bodhon. Significance: the victory of Goddess Durga over Mahishasura. Deity (s): Goddess Durga. Key Rituals: Durga Puja, Pushpanjali, Sandhi Puja, Chandi Homa, Sindoor Khela, Durga Visarjan.
Sep 2, 2018 · Durga Puja— the ceremonial worship of the mother goddess, is one of the most important festivals of India. Apart from being a religious festival for the Hindus, it is also an occasion for reunion and rejuvenation, and a celebration of traditional culture and customs.
We are giving detailed Durga Puja Vidhi which is observed during Navratri. The given Puja Vidhi includes all sixteen steps which are part of Shodashopachara (षोडशोपचार) Durga Puja Vidhi. 1. Dhyana and Avahana (आवाहन)
In West Bengal, Durga Puja refers to all the six days during Devi Paksha observed as Mahalaya, Shashthi, Maha Saptami, Maha Ashtami, Maha Navami and Vijayadashami. Durga Puja is also known as Durgotsava and Sharadotsava. In other Indian states, Durga Puja during Devi Paksha is observed as Navratri. Although Navratri is also dedicated to Goddess ...
The auspicious festival of Durga Puja will be celebrated with enthusiasm from October 20 to October 24. From date to puja rituals, here's all you need to know. Durga Puja, the auspicious...
Durga Puja holds great significance for the Bengali community. However, it is also celebrated, with much pomp, in other states like Odisha, Assam, Tripura, Bihar and Jharkhand. People begin their...
