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IN PHOTOS: Devotees across India celebrate Durga Ashtami

Updated On: 11 October, 2024 11:43 AM IST | Sanjana Deshpande

On the eighth day of Navratri, known as Maha Ashtami or Durga Ashtami, early morning `aarti` was performed at temples across India, reported ANI. (All Pics/PTI)

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On the eighth day of Navratri, known as Maha Ashtami or Durga Ashtami, early morning `aarti` was performed at temples across India, reported ANI. (All Pics/PTI)

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On the eighth day of Navratri, known as Maha Ashtami or Durga Ashtami, early morning `aarti` was performed at temples across India, reported ANI. (All Pics/PTI)
<p>Devotees flocked to various sacred spaces to participate in the rituals and offer their prayers to Goddess Durga</p>

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Devotees flocked to various sacred spaces to participate in the rituals and offer their prayers to Goddess Durga

<p>In the national capital, a vibrant `aarti` took place at Jhandewala Devi Mandir, which drew a large number of devotees</p>

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In the national capital, a vibrant `aarti` took place at Jhandewala Devi Mandir, which drew a large number of devotees

<p>Similarly, the Mumba Devi Temple in Mumbai resonated with the sound of prayers as Pandits (Hindu priests) led the morning rituals</p>

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Similarly, the Mumba Devi Temple in Mumbai resonated with the sound of prayers as Pandits (Hindu priests) led the morning rituals

<p>Meanwhile, in Siliguri, West Bengal, Maha Ashtami Puja was celebrated at Bharat Sevashram Ashram, attracting many worshippers</p>

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Meanwhile, in Siliguri, West Bengal, Maha Ashtami Puja was celebrated at Bharat Sevashram Ashram, attracting many worshippers

<p>This eight day honours Maa Mahagauri, the eighth form of Goddess Durga, who symbolises purity, serenity and tranquillity</p>

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This eight day honours Maa Mahagauri, the eighth form of Goddess Durga, who symbolises purity, serenity and tranquillity

<p>The Navratri festival itself commemorates the victory of good over evil through the defeat of the demon Mahishasura</p>

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The Navratri festival itself commemorates the victory of good over evil through the defeat of the demon Mahishasura

<p>As part of this nine-day celebration, Hindus worship Maa Durga and her nine avatars, collectively known as Navdurga</p>

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As part of this nine-day celebration, Hindus worship Maa Durga and her nine avatars, collectively known as Navdurga

<p>Different regions in India have their unique customs; for instance, Gujarat is famous for its lively Garba dances during this festive period</p>

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Different regions in India have their unique customs; for instance, Gujarat is famous for its lively Garba dances during this festive period

<p>The festival culminates on Vijayadashami with the symbolic burning of King Ravana`s effigies, marking a significant cultural event across the nation</p>

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The festival culminates on Vijayadashami with the symbolic burning of King Ravana`s effigies, marking a significant cultural event across the nation

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