In Navratri, nine forms of Maa Durga are worshiped by bidhi. Along with this, Ashtami and Navami dates are considered very special, because these days there is also a rule of kanya pujan. It is believed that kanya pujan in Navratri brings happiness and prosperity. Due to this, Maa Durga is soon pleased.
Margashirsha is the ninth month in the Hindu calendar, considered highly auspicious for Hindus. According to the scriptures "Masonam Margashirshoham" means that there is no other month as auspicious as Margashirsha.
Ashwin is considered the seventh month of the year. It falls in September-October of the Gregorian calendar. According to the Vikram Samvat, the Pratipada after the full moon in the month of Bhadrapada is the first date of the month of Ashwin. Ashwin month has got its name because of 'Ashwini' Nakshatra. 'Ashwini' is the first of the 27 Nakshatras used in the calculation of time in the Hindu calendar.
The nine-day Navratri festival, fasting, chanting, worshiping, Bhandare, Jagaran, etc., take place with great enthusiasm by the devotees of the Mata Durga. Navratri Start From 30th March 2025 and ends on 7th April 2025
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