Vibrant celebration of Goddess Shakti, symbolizing enduring power and the victory of 'good' over 'evil' through Astra Puja and mantras.
Fasting, worshipping Durga's strength, and visiting puja pandals with elaborate idols to celebrate ancient customs.
Maha Ashtami: Marks the battle between Goddess Durga & demon king Mahishasura, celebrating her victory.
Maha Ashtami is the 8th day of the Durga Puja celebration. It is also known as Durga Ashtami or Maha Ashtami.
During Durga Ashtami Vrat, avoid alcohol, non-vegetarian food, and refrain from cutting hair or nails.
On this day, people break their fasts, perform Kanya Puja, worshiping young girls as avatars of Durga, offering them prasad & gifts.
Debina Bonerjee shows eagerness to join Durga Puja celebrations in Juhu & other pandals, enjoying her mother's delicious treats.
Rohit Roy recalls fond childhood memories of Durga Puja in Ahmedabad, with a love for the food. He's eager to be in Kolkata this year.
Nikita Dutta adorned in ethnic wear with a tika, showcasing her Ashtami meal of poori-chana-halwa.
Navratri concludes on the 10th day - Vijaya Dashami, with Maha Ashtami being a key day in the 9-day celebration.