Durga Puja 2024: Key Dates For Ashtami And Navami Celebrations Revealed
Navratri, a vibrant festival dedicated to Goddess Durga, has begun with great enthusiasm. This nine-day celebration started on Thursday, October 3, 2024. As we prepare for Durga Puja 2024, it's essential to know the dates of key events like Ashtami and Navami. We've put together a detailed calendar for Durga Puja 2024 to help you plan and enjoy this special time.
The first day of Durga Puja 2024 kicks off an exciting nine-day festival in honour of Goddess Durga. On October 3, devotees engage in rituals to welcome the goddess into their homes and hearts. The day is marked by vibrant decorations, lively processions, and traditional music, setting the stage for the celebrations ahead. Families unite to share meals and prayers, embracing the joy and unity that this occasion brings.
Sukla Paksha Ashtami is a significant day during Durga Puja. In 2024, it falls on Thursday, October 10. The observance begins at 12:32 pm and continues until October 11 at 12:07 pm. This day holds immense spiritual importance as devotees perform special rituals and prayers.
Navami follows Ashtami and is another crucial day in the Durga Puja calendar. It occurs on Friday, October 11, starting at 11:30 am and lasting throughout October 12. Devotees gather for prayers and festivities that honour Goddess Durga's triumph over evil forces.
The final day of Durga Puja is Vijayadashmi, which falls on Sunday, October 13, in 2024. This day symbolises Goddess Durga's return to her celestial abode after her earthly visit. It marks the end of the celebrations with grand processions and heartfelt farewells.
Durga Puja 2024: Complete Schedule
| Day 1 | Oct 3 | Ghatasthapana, Shailputri Puja |
| Day 2 | Oct 4 | Chandra Darshana, Brahmacharini Puja |
| Day 3 | Oct 5 | Sindoor Tritiya, Chandraghanta Puja |
| Day 4 | Oct 6 | Vinayaka Chaturthi |
| Day 5 | Oct 7 | Kushmanda Puja, Upang Lalita Vrat |
| Day 6 | Oct 8 | Skandamata Puja |
| Day 7 | Oct 9 | Saraswati Avahan, Katyayani Puja |
| Day 8 | Oct 10-Oct 11 | Saraswati Puja, Kalaratri Puja |
| Day 9 | Oct 11- Oct 12 | Durga Ashtami, Mahagauri Puja, Sandhi Puja |
| Day 10 | Oct 13 | Ayudha Puja, Navami Homa, Navratri Parana |
The excitement surrounding Durga Puja is palpable from the very first day as communities come together to celebrate this auspicious occasion. The air is filled with devotion as people participate in various rituals and cultural activities throughout these nine days. Each day brings its own significance and joy as families bond over shared traditions.
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