Fri Oct 11 09:24:25 UTC 2024: ## Durga Puja Celebrations Begin Across India, Ashtami Marks Key Day
Millions of people across India are celebrating Durga Puja this week, with the eighth day, Ashtami, falling on Friday, October 11th. This significant day marks the triumph of good over evil, as the goddess Durga defeated the demonic buffalo, Mahishasura, who had plagued the gods and humans.
Durga Puja is a nine-day festival known as Navratri, celebrating the nine forms of the goddess Durga, with Ashtami honoring Mahagauri, the eighth form.
As the festivities unfold, people are sharing greetings and messages with loved ones on social media platforms like WhatsApp and Facebook.
This year, Durga Ashtami is expected to be a grand celebration with numerous cultural events and religious ceremonies taking place across the country.
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