Maa Durga  

Millions of Indians are fasting for the Chaitra Navratri to worship Maa Durga and seek blessings. But the blessings are not the only benefit of fasting this season. Let's check out some health benefits of fasting. 

Chaitra Navratri is being celebrated all over the nation with extreme devotion and enthusiasm. Let's examine the difference between Chaitra Navratri and Sharad Navratri. 

India is often regarded as the global center of spirituality and spiritual activity. There are several ancient temples here that hold great significance. Among these priests, there are numerous remarkable and mystical Maa Durga shrines. 

Chaitra Navratri, which begins on April 9, is a nine-day celebration worshiping Goddess Durga. Devotees follow a sattvic diet and avoid non-vegetarian foods, iron, and technology. They also avoid black clothing, rice, and sharp items to promote spiritual harmony.

Navratri occurs four times a year, but only two—Chaitra Navratri (March-April) and Sharad Navratri (September-October)—are extensively celebrated with grandeur.
 

This year's Chaitra Navratri starts on Tuesday, April 9th. Kalash is built on the first day of Navratri, and Maa Shailputri, Maa Durga's first form, is worshipped. Establishing Kalash is very important during Navratri. Without this, the worship of the nine days of Navratri is incomplete.
 

Hindus begin celebrating Chaitra Navratri on the first day of the luni-solar calendar. On April 9, Chaitra Navratri will observe its inaugural fast. On April 9, Ghat Sthapana will be celebrated from 6:03 a.m. to 10:14 a.m..

Ambaji Mata Temple, situated in Gujarat, is one of the Shaktipeeths dedicated to Maa Durga. Maa Mangla Gauri Temple in Gaya, Bihar, is considered the most famous among the 51 Shaktipeeths.

Rinku Ghosh is an Indian actress. She has predominantly worked in the Bhojpuri film industry and is popularly known as ‘Dream Girl.’ In 2000, Rinku Ghosh started her acting career with the Bollywood film ‘Jai Maa Durga.’

With the entire nation immersing in the bhakti of Maa Durga, scores of Bollywood celebrities took to their social media to extend wishes to their fans on the beginning of Navratri.

Navratri is one of the most important festivals in India. Watch the video to know why the festival is celebrated for nine days.