Durga Puja 2023 Wishes, Messages, Images, Photos, Quotes, Status for Loved Ones: The auspicious occasion of Durga Puja that worships Goddess Durga starts on October 20, 2023 and ends on October 24, 2023. Durga Puja, also known as Durgotsava, is a five-day festival observed as Shashthi, Maha Saptami, Maha Ashtami, Maha Navami and Vijayadashami. It is believed that Goddess Durga visits Earth during these five days to bless her beloved devotees. According to Hindu religious texts, drikpanchang.com mentions that Durga Puja, including Chandi Path, should begin from the next day of Mahalaya Amavasya which is the most important day of Pitru Paksha, when Hindus pay homage to their ancestors. How does Durga Puja differ from Navratri? While the victory of good over evil is the common belief celebrated in both the festivals, Navratri is a nine-day festival while Durga Puja begins from the sixth day and continues till the tenth day. The festival is celebrated with much fervour in states like Bengal, Odisha, Assam, Tripura, Bihar and Jharkhand. Every year, pandals are put up marked by beautifully crafted idols of Maa Durga killing the demon Mahishasura. Also seen with Maa Durga are Lakshmi, Ganesh, Kartikeya and Saraswati who are also worshipped on the occasion. On Durga Puja, people get together, wear new clothes, and offer special offerings. To celebrate the occasion, we have curated a few wishes for you. *While motherhood and warship were associated with Parvati and Durga *Our Goddess Durga is here and she is watching over you. May you get the success you are striving for. *Have a happy and prosperous Durga Puja *May Mother Goddess bless you and your family this Durga Puja. *It's time to soak in the divine spirit and celebrate the festival of the Goddess Have a great one! 📣 For more lifestyle news, follow us on Instagram | Twitter | Facebook and don't miss out on the latest updates!
