Diving into the Divine Celebration: Durga Puja 2022 Dates Unveiled!

Welcome, dear readers! The most awaited festival for Bengalis, Durga Puja, is just around the corner. As we prepare to welcome Maa Durga to our homes, it's important to know the exact dates to be a part of the grand celebrations. In 2022, the festival of Durga Puja will begin on Sunday, 2nd October, with Maha Saptami, and conclude on Thursday, 6th October, with Vijaya Dashami, the day of the grand immersion ceremony. Each day of Durga Puja holds a special significance, and we'll delve into the same.

Maha Saptami, the first day of Durga Puja, falls on 2nd October. It's also known as Bilva Nimantran, when the goddess is invoked into a branch of a Bilva tree. The following day, 3rd October, marks Maha Ashtami which is considered the most auspicious day of the festival. On this day, the festivities reach their peak, with high-spirited cultural programmes and the significant Sandhi Puja taking place.

Maha Navami, the penultimate day of Durga Puja, is on 4th October. This day marks the end of the nine-day long Navaratri and involves various pujas, including the Maha Aarti. The grand feast, or Bhog, is offered to Maa Durga and later distributed among the devotees. Last but not least, the festival concludes with Vijaya Dashami on 6th October. This is when the idol of goddess Durga is immersed in water, symbolising her return to Mount Kailasha. People smear each other with vermilion (Sindoor Khela) and share sweets, marking the end of the festivities.

So, mark your calendars, prepare your festive attires, and get ready to immerse yourselves in the spirit of Durga Puja. Let's not forget the essence of Durga Puja is not just about grand celebrations, but also about spreading love, happiness, and unity. May Maa Durga bless us with wisdom, strength, and prosperity. As we bid her adieu on Vijaya Dashami, we do so with the promise of welcoming her with the same fervor next year.