Shardiya Navratri

Shardiya Navratri, observed each autumn, is one of the most vibrant and spiritually charged festivals in the Hindu calendar. Spanning nine nights and ten days, it honors the Divine Feminine – Goddess Durga in her nine manifestations. In Sanskrit, “Navratri” means “nine nights,” and “Shardiya” refers to the autumnal season when this festival occurs. Communities…