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Navratri

Dedicated to the nine forms of Goddess Durga, celebrating the victory over the demon Mahishasura.

Navratri: festive temple courtyard with glowing perforated terracotta garbo, diyas, marigold toran and crossed dandiya sticks, illustrated with the CodingMantra monk

When is it celebrated?

Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India · Gujarati Amanta · IST

2026 · This year

Through

Aso, Sud Padvo · Past

Checked 2026-10-04 · Drik Panchang

2027 · Next year

Through

Aso, Sud Padvo · Upcoming

Checked 2026-10-04 · Drik Panchang

Local temple and community observances may differ. These are festival dates; consult your local Panchang for puja timings.

Aarti, music & prayers for this festival

Garba · Gujarati

માડી તારા મંદિરીયામાં

Madi Tara Mandiriyama

The beloved traditional Gujarati Navratri garba celebrating Maa Amba atop the holy hill, with complete lyrics and English translation.

Garba · Gujarati

તું કાળી ને કલ્યાણી રે મા

Tu Kali Ne Kalyani Re Maa

Tu Kali Ne Kalyani Re Maa — garba lyrics with language options for devotional reading.

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About the festival

Navratri is a celebration of the feminine divine, Shakti. Over nine nights, devotees worship nine different forms of Goddess Durga. Each form represents a unique aspect of cosmic energy. The festival culminates in Dussehra (Vijayadashami), celebrating the victory of good over evil.

Topics: Strength · Devotion · Energy · Durga

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