Despite the unexpected weather, the spirit of the festival remained undampened as people continued to celebrate with vibrant energy, honouring the traditional dance that marks this joyous occasion
The festival of Navratri honours the defeat of the demon Mahishasura and the triumph of good over evil
The 9-day-long festival of Shardiya Navratri is intended for worshipping Maa Durga and her nine avatars, known as Navdurga. Navratri means 'nine nights' in Sanskrit
While it is celebrated with great fanfare across the nation, distinct traditions are more commonly practised in different states
ADVERTISEMENT
