Navratri celebration in different states
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North India
In states like Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh, the festival is marked with ‘Kanya Pujan’ and Ram Leela performances. It culminates with grand Dussehra melas.
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Maharashtra
Maharashtra blends Navratri and Durga Puja beautifully. Cities like Mumbai have Durga Puja pandals and Garba celebrations for devotees to enjoy the festival.
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West Bengal and Assam
Celebrated as Durga Puja, this festival is a special experience in West Bengal and Assam. It includes grand Durga idols and festivities with music and dance.
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Karnataka
Mysore Dussehra in Karnataka is one of the grandest celebrations of the festival. Parades featuring elephants, folk dances, etc., are carried out.
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Gujarat
Gujarat is a hotspot of Navratri festivities. The streets echo with traditional Gujarati music as people perform Garba and Dandiya to celebrate the festival.
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