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Navratri Day 8 (October 18, 2026): Maa Mahagauri Puja Vidhi, Mantra, Bhog, Colour and Significance

Reported by The Economic Times 17 Oct 2026, 6:21 am IST 1 min read

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Navratri Day 8 2026 falls on October 18 and is dedicated to Maa Mahagauri, the eighth form of Goddess Durga. Discover the traditional puja vidhi, mantra, coconut bhog, purple colour and religious significance. Learn about the goddess's story, the symbolism of purity and peace, and why Durga Ashtami and Kanya Pujan dates may vary according to local Panchang calculations.

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