Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh extended his wishes on the occasion of Mahanavami, the ninth day of the Sharadiya Navratri.

In a post on X on Wednesday, Singh said, “Warm wishes to all of you on the auspicious occasion of Mahanavami. May the blessings of Maa Durga bring you happiness, prosperity, and excellent health.”

Navratri, which means ‘nine nights’ in Sanskrit, is a Hindu festival celebrating Goddess Durga and her nine avatars, known collectively as Navdurga.

The Hindu festival of Durga Puja, also known as Durgotsava or Sharodotsava, is a yearly celebration that honours the Hindu goddess Durga and commemorates her victory over Mahishasur. Hindu mythology holds that the goddess comes to her earthly abode at this time to bless her devotees.

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