⁕⁕⁕⁕ Durga pujo festival ⁕⁕⁕⁕
Durga Puja is not only a festival but also a Hindu culture and tradition. It honours Goddess Durga's victory over the demon Mahishasura. This Durga Puja ( Utsav ) brings people together in devotion, cultural expression, and joyous festivities. Every year, People look forward to seeing the beautiful Durga Murti ( Taking photos of Durga Mata ), decorating pandals, and taking in the divine atmosphere.
Let's evaluate the meaning of each day of celebration, how we can celebrate this beautiful day.
This year, Durga Puja begins on October 8 (Panchami) and ends on October 14 (Dashami). Here is a detailed guide to the festival:
Date |
Day |
Puja ( Ritual ) |
Significance & Timing |
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October 8, 2024 |
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Invoking Goddess Durga |
Inauguration of Goddess idol in pandal; The festive mood begins. |
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October 9, 2024 |
Shashti |
Bodhon |
Evening rituals marking Durga's arrival and the start of the festival. |
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October 10, 2024 |
Saptami |
Nabapatrika Puja |
Ritual bathing of the banana tree, ( in Early morning). |
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October 11, 2024 |
Ashtami |
Sandhi Puja & Maha Ashtami |
Sandhi Puja performed at the juncture of Ashtami & Navami (Night). |
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October 12, 2024 |
Navami |
Maha Navami Puja |
Final day of worship before the goddess prepares for her departure. |
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October 14, 2024 |
Dashami |
Sindoor Khela & Visarjan |
Goodbye to Durga Maa, with the sindoor (vermillion) ritual and immersion of idols. |
Durga Puja isn’t just a religious festival; it’s a cultural experience that brings communities together. People visit various pandals showcasing unique Durga images and witness the beautiful Durga Puja decorations, which reflect artistry, creativity, and devotion.
- Creation of the Devi Murti: The creation of the Durga pratima is a religious ritual. Artists spend months creating the goddess' Murti (image), particularly in Kolkata's well-known Kumartuli district. Due to their attentive creativity, Durga murti photographs frequently get viral; some idols are modern renderings of the goddess, while others stick to tradition.
- The Beauty of Pandals: The pandals, where the Bengali Durga Maa image is worshipped, are decorated lavishly. From eco-friendly themes to replicas of famous monuments, each pandal tells a unique story. Some of the most awe-inspiring Durga Puja decoration photos flood social media during the festival.
Durga Puja is full of rituals, each with a deep spiritual meaning:
- Mahalaya: Marks the descent of Goddess Durga to Earth. Bengalis tune in to chants and hymns that invoke Durga, heralding the festival's start.
- Shashti to Dashami Time: The five days of worship—Shashti, Saptami, Ashtami, Navami, and Dashami—are dedicated to Durga Maa. Maha Ashtami, Kumari Pujo and Sandhi Pujo are the most significant, where the goddess is offered prayers for peace and protection.
- Sindoor
Khela & Visarjan Time duration: On Dashami, women take part in the
Sindoor Khela, putting vermillion on one another as a festive farewell to
Durga Maa before she ascends to heaven. Visarjan (immersion of
idols) is an emotional yet beautiful part of the festival, symbolizing
both an end and a new beginning.
Durga Puja celebrating Around the World
While Kolkata is the epicenter, Durga Puja has spread far and wide, with major celebrations in cities like Mumbai, Delhi, London, and New York. In fact, with the rise of digital media, you can even virtually explore pandals from your home, Many websites offer live streaming of Durga Puja parikrama, and Durga Puja photo downloads facility. so now people to experience the beauty of the festival no matter where you are.
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