Pooja Price: 100

Date & Time:  Wednesday 8 October 2025  9:10 AM

Place: Varanasi

Nine forms of strength, nine days of grace,Blessings of Durga fill every space. Nav Durga Pooja is a highly revered and significant Hindu ritual that honors Goddess Durga in her nine forms (Navadurga) during the Navaratri festival. The word "Navaratri" means "nine nights" (Nav = Nine, Ratri = Nights), and it is one of the most important festivals celebrated in India and around the world, particularly by Hindus. The festival typically lasts for nine nights, and during this time, devotees worship different forms of Goddess Durga, each form representing a different aspect of divine energy. Purpose of Nav Durga Pooja: Victory of Good over Evil: The primary reason for performing Nav Durga Pooja is to invoke the blessings of Goddess Durga, who symbolizes the power of good over evil. According to Hindu mythology, she fought and defeated the demon Mahishasura, representing the triumph of righteousness. Spiritual Cleansing and Empowerment: Devotees perform the pooja to purify their minds, bodies, and souls, seek protection from negative influences, and to energize themselves for personal and spiritual growth. Wealth, Health, and Prosperity: Goddess Durga is also believed to bring blessings of wealth, health, success, and the removal of obstacles from one's life. Worshiping her with devotion can grant strength and power to overcome life’s challenges. Protection from Evil: As the protector of the universe, Goddess Durga is believed to shield her devotees from evil forces, ensuring safety and security in life. Items Needed for Nav Durga Pooja: Idols or Images of Durga: One idol or image of Goddess Durga is placed on the altar for worship. Kalash (Sacred Pot): A pot filled with water, with a coconut and mango leaves placed on top. Flowers: Offerings of fresh flowers, especially marigolds and hibiscus, which are favored by Goddess Durga. Fruits and Sweets: Offer fruits (such as apples, bananas) and sweets like ladoos, pedas, or halwa. Incense Sticks and Oil Lamps (Diya): For purifying the space and invoking divine blessings. Chandan (Sandalwood Paste): For applying on the idol and to mark the forehead. Red or Yellow Cloth: Used for covering the idol and altar, as these colors are auspicious during Navaratri. Puja Thali: A plate that holds all the offerings like fruits, flowers, and diya. Rice: For making a mound (called Akshata) to symbolize prosperity. Kumkum: For marking the forehead and offering as a part of the worship.