Chaitra Navaratri

General Practices

Durga is the mother goddess, and so Hindus try to visit their mothers and other relatives during this time. Fasting full or partially, they avoid meant, alcohol, onion, garlic, and common table salt. They instead eat a specific vegetarian diet using rock salt, fruits, nuts, and flours like buckwheat. They chant mantras, offering fresh flowers, and lighting oil lamps. Traditional dancing like Garba is also very common.

Description

Navaratri is one of the greatest Hindu festivals, and celebrates the triumph of good over evil. During this nine day fast festival, Hindus worship the Goddess Durga. Celebrated twice a year.

Recommended Accommodations

Avoid scheduling important academic deadlines, events, and activities. Note that members of the KU community may be hungry due to fasting.