Durgashtami
MalayalamAlso known as: Durga Ashtami
Durgashtami
About Durgashtami
Durgashtami is celebrated on the eighth day of the bright fortnight in Kumbham (February-March) during the Navarathri period, dedicated to Goddess Durga.
In Kerala, the festival is observed with special pujas at Devi temples, traditional dance performances, and elaborate food offerings.
Women observe fasting and perform special prayers for the protection and well-being of their families.
The festival commemorates Goddess Durga's victory over the demon Mahishasura, symbolising the triumph of good over evil.
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
Women observe fasting and perform special Durga pujas.
- Take a ritual bath before dawn.
- Observe fasting or eat only sattvic food.
- Visit Devi temples for special pujas.
- Offer flowers and prayers to Goddess Durga.
Parana (Breaking Fast) Note: The fast is broken after the Durga puja with prasad.
Puja Samagri & Ritual Steps
- Clean and decorate the puja area with flowers.
- Offer prayers and flowers to Goddess Durga.
- Perform traditional dance and music offerings.
- Distribute prasad to devotees.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
It is observed with special pujas at Devi temples, traditional dance performances, and elaborate food offerings.
Note: All timings are represented in 24-hour notation in local time of the selected location with DST adjustment (if applicable).
Hours which are past midnight are suffixed with next day date. In Panchang, a day starts and ends with local sunrise.
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Tamil solar calendar dates and monthly Panchangam.