The 9 days of celebration of Navratras are believed to be the most auspicious events taking place in all Hindu cultural and religious ceremonies. The first day of the Hindu month, Ashwin (September end/October) marks the beginning of the festival. Navratras, literally meaning as “nine nights” are dedicated to nine forms of goddess Shakti/Durga. Due to being very powerful for spiritual upliftment, the 9 days of Navratras are of greater significance for Hindus all around the world.