Kanya Puja, also known as Kanjak Puja, is a significant and cherished ritual during the auspicious festival of Navratri. This beautiful tradition involves worshipping young girls as a form of the goddess Durga. Kanya Puja falls on Maha Ashtami, the eighth day of Navratri, and holds immense importance in the Hindu culture. In this article, […]
Read MoreNavratri, the nine-night festival dedicated to the worship of the Goddess Durga, is one of the most auspicious and celebrated festivals in India. Each day of Navratri holds a special significance, and on the eighth day, known as Maha Ashtami, devotees honour Maa Mahagauri. This article explores the significance of Maa Mahagauri and provides insights […]
Read MoreNew Delhi: On October 3, 2022, Maha Ashtami or Durga Ashtami will be celebrated across the nation. The 8th avatar of goddess Durga – Maa Mahagauri – is worshipped on this day during Navratri. The 9-day long festival marks the victory of good over evil and coincides with Durga Puja which also is massively celebrated […]
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