On the nine days of the festivities, many small and big events are organised across the city

The major garba events and Durga pandals witness large crowds of devotees of Goddess Durga

Meanwhile, to ensure that no untoward incident takes place during these festivities, the Mumbai Police implemented various safety and security measures in the city during the nine days

Before the festival, the Mumbai Police engage in extensive planning and coordinate with event organisers and local politicians to understand the scale of gatherings and identify potential challenges, an official said

Navratri 2024 will be observed from October 3 to October 12. These nine days are dedicated to the worship of the nine forms of Goddess Durga, symbolising the victory of good over evil

Navratri begins on Pratipada Tithi (the first day of the lunar fortnight) in the Hindu month of Ashwin

The 9-day Navratri festival this year will begin on October 3 and end on October 12

During this time, devotees engage in fasting, worship and other sacred rituals to honour the Goddess. Ghatasthapana marks the beginning of Navratri and is considered a very sacred ritual. It involves invoking Goddess Shakti in a Kalash (sacred pot) and setting the tone for the nine days of festivity