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Navaratri is a major Hindu festival celebrated in parts of India and Nepal. It is observed for different reasons in different regions. In eastern India and West Bengal, it is celebrated as Durga Puja and marks the victory of goddess Durga over the demon Mahishasura. In North India, it is associated with Ramlila performances that enact episodes from the Ramayana. In Gujarat, it involves fasting and performing the Garba dance in circles. The festival is celebrated through various rituals over nine nights in h

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Abhishek Rai

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