Eighth Day of Bada Dashain: Maha Ashtami being observed today
Summary
Hindu communities across Nepal are observing Maha Ashtami today with worship of Goddess Durga Bhawani, rituals at Dashain Ghars and temples, and animal sacrifices in keeping with tradition. Devotees in Kathmandu Valley and nationwide are also reciting Durga Saptashati and offering prayers at midnight Kalaratri worship in Hanumandhoka.
Key Points
- Hindu communities across the nation are observing Maha Ashtami, the eighth day of Bada Dashain, through worship of Goddess Durga Bhawani.
- Devotees are performing rituals at Dashain Ghars, military installations and temples, along with animal sacrifices and recitation of Durga Saptashati.
- Worshippers are visiting goddess temples throughout the Kathmandu Valley and across the country from dawn to offer prayers and sacrifices.
- A midnight Kalaratri worship ceremony is being held at the Dashain Ghar in Hanumandhoka.
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