Why Durga Puja Is Special
Durga Puja is not just a festival—it is a celebration of courage, faith, and community spirit. Every year, Goddess Durga’s victory over Mahishasura reminds us that truth and justice always triumph over evil. From the sound of dhak (drums) to the fragrance of dhunuchi (incense), the festival fills the air with devotion and energy.
In 2025, Durga Puja will once again bring together families, friends, and communities. Beyond rituals, it is about unity, creativity, and the spirit of togetherness that binds people across generations.
Rituals That Define Durga Puja
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Bodhan & Kalash Sthapana –The puja begins with invoking Goddess Durga, marking her arrival with sacred rituals that fill homes and pandals with divine energy.
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Pushpanjali & Aarti– Devotees offer flowers and prayers to Maa Durga, seeking blessings for health, happiness, and prosperity.
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Kumari Puja – On Maha Ashtami, young girls are worshipped as living forms of the Goddess, symbolizing purity and strength.
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Sindoor Khela – On Vijayadashami, married women celebrate by applying vermillion (sindoor) to each other, wishing for long and prosperous lives for their families.
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Immersion (Visarjan) – The festival concludes with grand processions, as idols of Maa Durga are immersed in rivers or ponds, symbolizing her return to Mount Kailash.
