Navaratri is just around the corner. It is one of the most auspicious festivals in Hindu culture that is dedicated to Goddess Durga. Celebrated for nine nights, the festival is widely observed in Northern and Eastern India. 

Every part of India has its practices and rituals to follow during Navratri. For all planning to celebrate Navratri in 2023, this blog will help you with the details of all the dos and don’ts during the festival to ensure a memorable experience with maximum divine blessings. 

Navratri- The Festival of Nine Nights

As the name itself suggests, Navratri is called so because it is celebrated for nine nights. According to the Hindu calendar, there are four seasonal Navratri: Chaitra Navratri, Magha Gupta Navratri, Ashadha Gupta Navratri, and Sharad Navratri. 

Out of all the types of Navratri, the Sharad Navratri is one of the most widely celebrated ones. It is celebrated in October. During Navratri, all devotees come together to celebrate the coming of Goddess Durga. 

All the Nine Forms of Goddess Durga are worshipped differently during Navratri in different cultures. If you’re doing a Navratri Durga Puja at your home, you can hire an experienced Pandit from SmartPuja. With their experience in the field, they will help you prepare for the Puja properly. Moreover, our Pandits will ensure everything is done according to your traditions and culture. 

Do’s and Don’ts During Navratri

Navratri isn’t a small festival and is celebrated in a wide range. Therefore, there are certain rules or do’s and don’ts that you need to follow while celebrating Navratri. Here are some of the major do’s and don’ts you will need to take care of:

Fruits

You can consume fruits as a part of your diet during Navratri. If you are observing a fast during Navratri, you will not have to worry about consuming any fruits. During the hours of fasting, you may not eat anything, but apart from that, you can consume all types of fruits. If you want to be very particular about everything, our Panditji can guide you. 

Don’t Eat Flour and Grains

Flour and grain are strictly restricted ingredients for those observing a fast during Navratri. Since you can’t consume regular flour, you can try buckwheat or water chestnut flour. Instead of rice, you can use Sama rice. These are healthy and nourishing ingredients that will keep you energised. 

Milk and Dairy Products

You can use milk and dairy products if observing a Navratri fast. You can try milk, buttermilk, and curd to keep hydrated and cool. 

Do Not Eat the Following Items

There are certain items that you cannot eat while fasting during Navratri. These include all nonveg ingredients, semolina, tasmik foods like onion and garlic, and processed salt. You should also refrain from alcohol during Navratri. 

Don’t Cut Hair and Nails

You should not cut your hair and nails. The experienced pandits believe that it brings bad luck. 

Conclusion

Navratri is one of Hindu culture’s most sacred and auspicious events. Therefore, you must prepare for it accordingly. 

Connect with the expert Vedic pandits at SmartPuja to learn about Navratri puja rules, decoration, fast and other details, and enjoy a memorable puja experience with our experts. 

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