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Why Does Shardiya Navratri Begin Right After Pitru Paksha Ends? Know The Transition, Tradition And More

Hinduism celebrates numerous festivals throughout the year. In Sanatan Dharma, each festival has its own special significance and distinct religious traditions. Pitru Paksha is one of them. The sacred 15- or 16-day lunar period is dedicated to honouring ancestors. Pitru Paksha always precedes Sharadiya Navratri, and Navratri begins the following day. The Hindu calendar marks a significant…

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