Navratri, meaning "Nine Nights," is a sacred festival dedicated to Maa Durga in various forms, each symbolizing a unique aspect of divine energy, & marks the new year of the Hindu calendar.
On first day, devotees worship Mata Shailputri, the daughter of the mountains, symbolizing strength & stability, with orange as the color of the day.
This day is dedicated to Maa Brahmacharini, representing wisdom & penance, with white signifying purity and devotion.
The warrior form of Durga, which is Maa Chandraghanta, is honored for bravery & fearlessness.
The day celebrates Mata Durga in the form of the creator of the universe, bringing energy & brightness, which is Kushmanda.
The day is devoted to Lord Kartikeya's mother, who symbolizes nurturing & protection, with green symbolising growth and fertility.
This day honors the fierce warrior known for destroying evil forces, with red representing strength, courage & fierce energy.
The day celebrates the most aggressive form of Maa Durga, Maa Kaalaratri, who is worshiped for removing darkness & fear, with royal blue symbolizing richness & serenity.
This day is dedicated to Maa Mahagauri, who represents purity and peace. Purple symbolizes wisdom and spiritual awakening.
The giver of divine knowledge & supernatural powers, Maa Siddhidatri, is worshipped on the last day, with peacock green symbolizing harmony and completeness.