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Festivals & Celebrations
पर्व एवं उत्सव
Understand the significance, traditions and practices of important festivals and observances.
Navratri
A nine-night Hindu festival honouring the Divine Mother (Shakti) in Her various manifestations, celebrating the victory of Dharma over Adharma through fasting, worship, and the reading of classical texts like the Devi Mahatmyam.
Raksha Bandhan
The observance of the protective thread (rakhi) between siblings.
Holi
The festival of colours: significance and commonly observed practices.
Diwali
The festival of lights: significance, traditions and commonly observed practices.
Mahashivratri
The great night of Shiva, observed with vigil, recitation and abhishekam.