{"id":11950,"date":"2022-09-10T17:59:20","date_gmt":"2022-09-10T12:29:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/?p=11950"},"modified":"2026-10-12T10:53:20","modified_gmt":"2026-10-12T05:23:20","slug":"durga-puja-a-celebration-of-women","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/durga-puja-a-celebration-of-women\/","title":{"rendered":"Durga Puja, Navratri & Dussehra: Celebrating Women\u2019s Power"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Righteous, righteous, and brave! Maa Durga, the Divine Mother and the goddess of power who represents “shakti,” guards everyone against harm and pain. Be it the Bengali Durga Puja, Gujarati dandiya, or the grand Mysore Dasara celebrations that commemorate the destruction of the demon king Mahishasura \u2014 these festivals bring the country together in the triumph of good over evil.\u00a0The common thread that ties them all together? The devotion, enthusiasm, and sincerity of the people. Whether it is the months of preparation for Durga Puja pandals or the 75-day-long tribal celebration in Bastar \u2013 every state has its own stories. Moreover, these festivities show several ways devotees worship Goddess Durga.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hindu mythology introduces Durga as the fearless, formidable warrior goddess who slays a vicious demon after he has been rendered invincible by any man or god. Her three fierce eyes, her ten hands holding ten weapons, and her ride on the lion depict her unassailable vigour. Today she stands tall as a glaring example of feminine energy on earth, so much so that Durga Puja has become a celebration of women and “Durga”, a synonym for women’s empowerment!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Legend of Durga<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The lore goes back to the half-buffalo demon, Mahishasur, who did severe penance to please Lord Brahma. Seeing his devotion, Lord Brahma appeared and granted him a wish. Mahishasur wished that he be made the supreme power on earth, and in heaven – no man would be able to defeat him! Lord Brahma had to reluctantly grant his wish. Soon enough, Mahishasur became all-powerful and fearless; he wreaked destruction across earth and heaven. The devas of heaven collectively raised their concerns to Lords Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva. The three gods combined their powers to create a warrior \u2018woman\u2019 who would vanquish the demon, and Durga was created.<\/strong> She was the one-woman army who was bestowed with multiple weapons and powers from the devas, each sharing a copy of their own weapon. Vishu gave her his Sudarshan Chakra, Shiva gave her the Trishul, Ganesha gave her the sword, and so forth.  <\/p>\n\n\n

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Goddess Durga slays the half-buffalo demon, Mahishasur<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Durga on her lion, descended from the heavens and reached Mahishasur\u2019s palace. In a harrowing 10-day battle, Durga fought fiercely and unleashed her divine wrath to destroy the demon\u2019s various forms before beheading him on the 10th day.<\/strong> Durga is one of the best examples of a single entity embodying Ferocity as well as Compassion. Equal parts Destroyer and Creator, Durga\u2019s life and story provide invaluable learnings for women of all ages, that within them resides the ability to be protector and care-giver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Durga Puja in West Bengal <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Although the festival takes different forms in different parts of the country, the central theme of worshipping the female form of power remains consistent. The theme is most prominent in West Bengal, where the celebration is dedicated to breaking the norms of patriarchy and social taboos around women. The modern-day pandals are themed to glorify the various roles a woman takes up in her life – from a dedicated mother, wife, and sister to a boss woman at work! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Durga Puja 2026 dates start from Sun, 11 Oct, to Wed, 22 Oct in West Bengal.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

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Kolkata Durga Puja pandal pays tribute to the sex workers<\/strong>
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Sindoor khela<\/em><\/strong>, which was previously a forte of married women, is open to all today – the sex workers, the transgender women as well as widows. In fact, the sex workers of Kolkata are endowed with the responsibility of organising pandals in Sonagachi, the city\u2019s red-light area. In the year 2018, the world\u2019s first street graffiti art was unveiled, which highlighted the struggles of these women and fought for their rights. One of the puja committees dedicated the year\u2019s pandal to this theme, and special invitations were extended to these women to judge the puja competitions and participate in the various rituals.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Sindoor Khela<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

The nine days of celebration in Kolkata are all about lauding the spirit and beauty of the feisty women of Bengal who are known for their gender neutral relationships!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Savaari Recommends: Some of the best pandals that you must visit during Durga Puja in Kolkata in 202<\/strong>6<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Top 10 Durga Puja Pandals to Visit in Kolkata<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Durga Puja dates: 16\u201321 October 2026. Here are 10 famous pandals, their locations, and specialities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Pandal Name<\/th>\nLocation<\/th>\nDates (2026)<\/th>\nSpeciality \/ Theme<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Sreebhumi Sporting Club<\/td>\nLake Town, North Kolkata<\/td>\n16\u201321 Oct<\/td>\nHawa Mahal \u2013 Jaipur’s iconic Palace of Winds recreated with intricate architectural detailing<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Santosh Mitra Square<\/td>\nLebutala, Sealdah<\/td>\n16\u201321 Oct<\/td>\nSanatani Chetanay Vande Mataram \u2013 Patriotic installations celebrating Indian heritage<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bagbazar Sarbojanin<\/td>\nBagbazar, North Kolkata<\/td>\n16\u201321 Oct<\/td>\nTraditional Bengali Durga Puja with classic Ekchala idols and heritage rituals<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kumartuli Park Sarbojanin<\/td>\nKumartuli, North Kolkata<\/td>\n16\u201321 Oct<\/td>\nO Ganga Tumi Boichho Keno \u2013 Artistic tribute to the River Ganga<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
College Square Sarbojanin<\/td>\nCollege Street, Central Kolkata<\/td>\n16\u201321 Oct<\/td>\nSpectacular lighting and illuminated reflections across the lake<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mohammad Ali Park<\/td>\nCentral Avenue, Central Kolkata<\/td>\n16\u201321 Oct<\/td>\nGrand architectural installations and elaborate themed decorations<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Tala Prattoy<\/td>\nTala Park, North Kolkata<\/td>\n16\u201321 Oct<\/td>\nBiyojon \u2013 Contemporary conceptual art exploring separation and letting go<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Ekdalia Evergreen Club<\/td>\nGariahat, Ballygunge<\/td>\n16\u201321 Oct<\/td>\nSomnath Temple \u2013 Replica of Gujarat’s famous temple with traditional Durga idols<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Suruchi Sangha<\/td>\nNew Alipore, South Kolkata<\/td>\n16\u201321 Oct<\/td>\nUtsho \u2013 Cultural storytelling and artistic installations inspired by heritage<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Chetla Agrani Club<\/td>\nChetla, South Kolkata<\/td>\n16\u201321 Oct<\/td>\nImmersive pandal designs, innovative craftsmanship, and large-scale thematic artwork<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n

Best dates for pandal hopping:<\/strong> 17\u201320 October 2026, when the festive atmosphere is at its peak. For a more comfortable experience, visit popular pandals during weekday mornings or afternoons rather than peak evening hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kanya Puja in North India<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Hindus across the country pay their tribute to Maa Durga by worshipping 9 prepubescent girls who represent the nine incarnations of the goddess. <\/strong>The ritual, known as Kanya Puja<\/strong>, is hosted on the eighth and ninth days of Navratri. <\/p>\n\n\n

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Kanya Puja on Navmi<\/strong>
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The puja is traditionally performed by washing the feet of the girls, offering them new clothes, stationery items and cosmetics as gifts, and serving them the puja feast (a meal of halwa<\/em>, chana <\/em>and puri<\/em>) before the other members of the house consume the same. It is believed that worshipping the little girls would give the devotees manifold returns for the prayers due to the feminine power vested in the girl child, who are considered to be the purest in Hindu mythology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kanya Puja is performed in several parts of North India, especially in Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Delhi, Haryana, Punjab and Uttarakhand.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Navratri: A Celebration of Women<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Navratri is predominantly a celebration of women – the \u2018Shakti worship\u2019 or divine feminine power, where the female goddess is worshipped in all her manifestations.<\/strong> One can appreciate the deep symbolic significance of the festival in the current times, and how powerfully it resonates with the concept of modern-day women’s empowerment! Navaratri in 2026 will begin on<\/strong> Sun, 11 Oct, 2026 \u2013 Wed, 22 Oct, 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To quote Feminism in India<\/a>, \u201cMaa Durga thus becomes a wonderful dichotomy that the society approves and ascribes to \u2013 she fiercely protects us from evil, but she also looks after her family with love and care. Maa Durga successfully becomes a metaphor for modern women<\/em>.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Navratri in Gujarat<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Navratri celebrations are essentially characterised by elegant and elaborate Garba festivities in Gujarat. Garba, a Sanskrit word for womb, symbolises life. And Garba, the folk dance of the state, is performed to honor Goddess Shakti or Durga, the feminine form of divinity.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

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Garba dance in Gujarat<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

The significance of Garba for the womenfolk today lies in the fact that no matter the age or stature, they take a well-deserved break and come out from their homes to revel in a night honoring the supreme woman power in an otherwise patriarchal society. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Savaari Recommends: Top Garba & Dandiya Places in Gujarat \u2014 Navratri 2026<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Navratri celebrations run mainly from 11\u201320 October 2026. Below is a city-wise shortlist covering Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Surat and Rajkot, with event names, venues, dates, specialities and advertised starting entry fees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
1<\/td>\nAhmedabad<\/td>\nMandalam Garba<\/td>\nMandalam Garba Ground, VIP Road, Bopal<\/td>\n11\u201320 Oct<\/td>\nTraditional Mandli Garba, Naresh Barot & Original Mandli, large-scale celebrations<\/td>\nPass price to be checked<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2<\/td>\nAhmedabad<\/td>\nShankus Dandiya<\/td>\nAdani Shantigram Cricket Ground<\/td>\n10\u201319 Oct<\/td>\nCelebrity performers including Atul Purohit, live Garba and Dandiya<\/td>\n\u20b9999<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
3<\/td>\nAhmedabad<\/td>\nMirchi Rock N Dhol<\/td>\nAkash Aman Party Plot, Paldi<\/td>\n11\u201319 Oct<\/td>\nThemed Garba nights, live music and festive entertainment<\/td>\n\u20b9249 onwards<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
4<\/td>\nAhmedabad<\/td>\nMandavadi \u2013 Garba and Mandli<\/td>\nNidhivan Party Plot<\/td>\n11\u201320 Oct<\/td>\nAuthentic Gujarati folk music and traditional Mandli Garba<\/td>\n\u20b9599 onwards<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
5<\/td>\nAhmedabad<\/td>\nGENZATRI 2026<\/td>\nGujarat University Convention & Exhibition Centre<\/td>\n16\u201319 Oct<\/td>\nAir-conditioned Garba, live singers, dhol bands and late-night Mandli<\/td>\n\u20b9999 onwards<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
6<\/td>\nAhmedabad<\/td>\nSacred Raas<\/td>\nSacred Raas Ground<\/td>\n11\u201313 Oct<\/td>\nFolk performances, traditional Garba and festive d\u00e9cor<\/td>\n\u20b9999 onwards<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
7<\/td>\nVadodara<\/td>\nUnited Garba Mahotsav<\/td>\nM M Patel Farm, Atladara<\/td>\n11\u201319 Oct<\/td>\nAtul Purohit and traditional Vadodara-style Garba<\/td>\n\u20b92,400 for female registration; other categories vary<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
8<\/td>\nVadodara<\/td>\nThe Red Imprints<\/td>\nSatyanarayan Lawns, Gotri\u2013Sevasi Road<\/td>\n11\u201319 Oct<\/td>\nPremium air-conditioned dome, traditional Garba and Paritosh Goswami & Team<\/td>\n\u20b9999 + GST daily<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
9<\/td>\nVadodara<\/td>\nSARA Navratri Mahotsav<\/td>\nSARA Foundation Garba Ground<\/td>\n11\u201319 Oct<\/td>\nCommunity Garba, traditional music and festive celebrations<\/td>\n\u20b9200 onwards<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
10<\/td>\nSurat<\/td>\nGujarat Garba Galaxy 2026<\/td>\nEkta Lawns, Surat<\/td>\n11\u201320 Oct<\/td>\nMitali Mahant & Band, outdoor Garba and food flea<\/td>\n\u20b9600 onwards<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
11<\/td>\nSurat<\/td>\nYashvi Navratri 3.0<\/td>\nYashvi Navratri AC Dome<\/td>\n11\u201320 Oct<\/td>\nPurva Mantri, premium indoor Garba, food courts and shopping<\/td>\n\u20b91,999 onwards<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
12<\/td>\nRajkot<\/td>\nRajwadi Navratri Mahotsav<\/td>\nSanman Party Plot, New 150 Ft Road<\/td>\n11\u201320 Oct<\/td>\nRoyal Rajwadi-themed d\u00e9cor, traditional Garba and photo zones<\/td>\n\u20b9699<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
13<\/td>\nRajkot<\/td>\nRaasvaani Mandli Garba 2026<\/td>\nRamadhani Navratri Ground, Tilala\u2013Parsana Chowk<\/td>\n11\u201320 Oct<\/td>\nTraditional Gujarati Mandli Garba and live folk music<\/td>\n\u20b91,500 onwards; pass categories vary<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
14<\/td>\nRajkot<\/td>\nGEN-Z Dandiya 2026<\/td>\nAtal Sarovar<\/td>\n2\u201310 Oct<\/td>\nYouth-focused Dandiya, energetic music and lighting<\/td>\n\u20b9200 onwards<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
15<\/td>\nAhmedabad<\/td>\nPrachin Mandli Garba<\/td>\nAagman Farm<\/td>\n11\u201319 Oct<\/td>\nBudget-friendly traditional Garba and live folk singing<\/td>\n\u20b999 onwards<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n

For the most distinctive traditional Garba experience, prioritise United Garba Mahotsav in Vadodara, Mandalam in Ahmedabad, and Raasvaani in Rajkot. For a premium, air-conditioned celebration, consider GENZATRI or The Red Imprints.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Explore Navratri special offers on local and outstation rentals in all the cities and towns of Gujarat on Savaari cab booking app<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

[Further read: Navratri celebrations in Vadodara<\/a>]<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Navratri in South India<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Golu is a dolls festival celebrated during Navratri<\/a>. It is included in Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka celebrations, in addition to Tamil Nadu. This festival is known as Bommai Golu in Tamil Nadu and Bommana Koluvu in Telugu. It is celebrated to remember the victory of Goddess Parashakti over the evil King Mahishasura.<\/p>\n\n\n

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People place a\u00a0kalash<\/em>\u00a0on the first step of the Golu as a representation of Goddess Parashakti. The\u00a0kalash<\/em>\u00a0is filled with rice and dal; and a coconut coated with turmeric is placed above the\u00a0kalash<\/em>. People place dolls of gods and goddesses in 3\/5\/7\/9 steps arrangements along with the\u00a0kalash<\/em>. It is believed that the dolls are the court of Goddess Shakti as well as the representation that everything is her creation. The dolls are collected over many years and are often passed on through generations. Golu celebrations in 2026 will\u00a0begin on\u00a011th October and end on 20th October, 2026.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vijayadashami\/Dussehra<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Vijayadashami, the last day of Navratri, symbolises and celebrates Shakti, the all-powerful feminine force. It is observed for different reasons and is celebrated differently in various parts of the Indian subcontinent. In the southern, eastern, northeastern, and some northern states of India, Vijayadashami marks the end of Durga Puja, remembering goddess Durga’s victory over the buffalo demon Mahishasura to restore and protect dharma. Whereas, in the northern, central and western states, the festival is synonymously called Dussehra (also spelt Dasara, Dashahara). In these regions, it marks the end of Ramlila and remembers god Rama’s victory over Ravana. Alternatively, it marks a reverence for one of the aspects of the goddess Devi, such as Durga or Saraswati. This is how some states in India commemorate women empowerment with its celebration. In 2026, Vijayadashami will be celebrated on October 20, 2026 (Tuesday).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bastar Dussehra, Chhattisgarh<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n
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Also known as Jagdalpur Dussehra, the festival is dedicated to Goddess Danteshwari Devi, and a celebration of women<\/strong> empowerment.<\/strong> The grandeur of the festival concludes in the spectacular last ten days of Dusshera. Although the festival is popularly called Dusshera, the locals do not celebrate the victory of Lord Rama over Ravana. Rather, the festivities and rituals pay homage to Goddess Danteshwari, one of the 52 Shakti Peeths existing in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The celebrations go on for 75 days and it is the longest celebration in the world. You can read more about it here \u2013 Bastar Dussehra \u2013 The World\u2019s Longest Celebration<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dussehra in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

While South India has diverse significance of the festival in its different states, they are all about honoring the divine goddess. Bathukamma, for instance, is the flower festival celebrated in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana<\/strong> at this time of the year. Bathukamma in Telugu translates to \u2018Mother Goddess come alive\u2019. The mother goddess referred to here is Gauri Devi, the mother of Goddess Durga. A festival of feminine felicitation and a celebration of women empowerment, Bathukamma is marked by women dressing up in vibrant attires and dancing in circles around a decorated pot to the folk songs.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dussehra in Mysore<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n
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The Wodeyar King of Mysore worships Goddess Chamundeshwari<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Chamundeshwari Temple in Mysore\u2019s Chamundi Hills<\/strong> is one of the 18 prominent temples of Goddess Chamundi, where a 9-day festival is celebrated to honor the goddess. Chamundi is considered to be the Mother Goddess, the fierce avatar of Durga.<\/strong> As per the legend, with the amalgamation of powers vested in her by the powerful gods, she killed the demon Mahishasur. The hills in Mysore, previously known as Mahabala Hills, were named as Chamundi Hills as a tribute to the goddess. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Dussehra in Goa<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

All over India, it is believed that Lord Rama killed Ravana on the day of Dussehra, so his effigy is burnt. In Goa, this festival marks the union of Shiva with Shakti. Parvati, Shiva’s spouse, is worshipped in Goa in the different forms of goddess Durga, known locally as tarangas, including Mauli, Sateri, Shantadurga, and Bhumika. For the blessings of the gods and goddesses embodied in the tarangas, devotees swarm in great numbers to worship them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Tribute to Women<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Despite the varied celebrations throughout the country, the festival honors the supreme goddess in one form or another. The idols and images of Durga are adorned and worshipped for 9 days, reaffirming the belief that the woman is the creator, the sustainer, and the destroyer of life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A modern woman of today is Durga who has the authority and power to fight the evils of the world. She is independent; she is fierce; she only requires a will to combat evil, be it at home, office, society, or elsewhere!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To the Durga in all of us, we salute you!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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