Mahalaya 2024: What Is It? Dates, Highlights & More

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Mahalaya

Mahalaya Amavasya is one of the most important days in the shradh period.

It is also believed that those who worship their ancestors during these days, their ancestors bestow them with immense devotion, happiness and well-being before returning to Pitru Loka.

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Significance For Worshipping Ancestors

This is an important day for the Durga Puja celebration as well, as it marks the advent of Durga from her marital home in Kailash.

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Mahalaya & Durga Puja

This time Mahalaya falls on Wednesday, October 2 and the next day, it will mark the beginning of Navratri.

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Mahalaya 2024 Date

Mahalaya comprises several important rituals, which includes Tarpan & Shraddha, Brahmin Bhoj, Offering of Food & Prayers, and Lighting of D

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Rituals For Mahalaya

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So, with Durga Puja just days away, are you ready to experience this fun-filled festival?