Subho Sasthi, also popularly known as Maha Shashti is the sixth day of the nine-day Navratri festival. The auspicious day holds great importance for devotees of Maa Durga and is celebrated across India with vibrant ceremonies and processions in honour of Goddess Durga, especially in West Bengal. This year, Maha Sasthi 2024 falls on Wednesday, October 9. This auspicious day marks the beginning of the Durga Puja festival, particularly among Bengali communities worldwide. It is celebrated as the day when Goddess Durga is believed to have arrived on Earth. If you are looking for Subho Sasthi 2024 date in Durga Puja calendar and its significance, we have you covered! Scroll down to know Subho Sasthi 2024 date and the importance of this day also known as Maha Shashti.

Subho Sasthi 2024 Date

Subho Sasthi 2024 will be celebrated on Wednesday, October 9.

Subho Sasthi Significance

Sasthi is an important day when Goddess Durga is ceremonially welcomed into homes and pandals. It signifies her arrival from her heavenly abode to Earth. This day is marked by the Bodhon ritual, where the face of the Durga idol is unveiled. Maha Shashti, also known as ‘Devi Paksha, marks the official start of Durga Puja in West Bengal.

The festive spirit starts to build from Sasthi with the unveiling of idols, rituals, and various cultural events. While preparations for Durga Puja start earlier, Sasthi marks the formal commencement of the celebrations. From this day onward, festivities such as pushpanjali, cultural programs, and feasts are held.

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