Navratri, one of India’s most cherished festivals, spans nine nights and is dedicated to honouring the divine feminine energy, Maa Durga in her nine avatars, collectively known as Navadurga. Each form of the Goddess is worshipped on a particular day, and devotees offer a special bhog (sacred food offering) that symbolises unique blessings such as health, prosperity, wisdom, peace, and protection.
Offering bhog is not just a ritual, it reflects devotion and surrender. Presented with faith and sincerity, each offering is believed to attract the Goddess’ divine grace and bring spiritual upliftment.
Day 1: Maa Shailputri
Navratri begins with the worship of Maa Shailputri, the daughter of the mountains and the embodiment of nature’s strength. Devotees offer pure desi ghee as bhog, which is s