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Navratri Ends With Weekend Garba Frenzy
19 Oct
Summary
- Revellers enjoyed garba venues throughout the weekend.
- Ashtami was celebrated with prayers and prasad distribution.
- Special havan prayers are scheduled for Monday.
Navratri celebrations reached a peak over the weekend as the festival neared its conclusion on Monday. Enthusiasts fully embraced the festivities, engaging in garba at various venues and continuing the celebrations until the early morning hours.
Sunday was observed as Ashtami, a significant day marked by special prayers and the distribution of prasad in numerous households, societies, and temples. According to experts, ritualistic prayers, known as havan, were scheduled to take place on Monday, signifying the formal end of the festival.
Attendees reported a packed weekend, with organizers providing elaborate arrangements, including distinct color themes and musical performances. Even in the early hours of Sunday, cafes and eateries remained busy with festival-goers. A notable aspect of this year's celebration was the diverse and impressive decor offered at multiple venues, both within and outside the city limits. Many societies aimed to replicate this experience by featuring a variety of artists and garba styles, from traditional dandiya raas to mandli garba performed without microphones.
