Why is Garba and Dandiya Raas played during Navratri, know its history

By News Update On Sep 29, 2024

Garba on Navratri: Navratri has importance in Hindu religion in which both Shardiya Navratri and Chaitra Navratri are very special. During this time, devotees of Goddess Durga worship with devotion and also play Garba and Dandiya vigorously at night. Where Shardiya Navratri is going to start from 3rd October which will end on 12th October on the day of Dussehra.

In Gujarat, Garba and Dandiya have the most importance, whereas in West Bengal, Ashtami Puja has the most special importance. Let us know the history of the origin of famous Garba and Dandiya among the people.

Gujarat is famous for Garba-Dandiya

There is importance of playing Garba-Dandiya during Shardiya Navratri for which the state of Gujarat is quite famous. Apart from being a part of Gujarat's culture, it is also considered to be the most famous among Gujaratis. In Gujarat, preparations and practice for Garba and Dandiya start a month in advance. Everyone likes colorful Garba dresses on this occasion. Everyone looks very fabulous in this. Garba was started in ancient times which has now become a tradition.

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Know the difference between Garba and Dandiya

Here the difference between Garba and Dandiya is quite distinct, let us know about it.

Garba-

Before starting the Garba dance, Maa Durga is worshiped first. After this, women make a hole in an earthen pot in front of Maa Durga and light a lamp in it. After this a silver coin is inserted in it. After this, this dance is performed slowly in the light of the same lamp. In this, men and women dance in groups. Here, on special occasions, the dance can be done properly by wearing Garba dress.

Dandiya

Apart from Garba, here you can also play Dandiya which is celebrated with even more enthusiasm. In this, small colorfully decorated sticks are used. Drums and tabla are also used. The sound produced by small sticks creates more enthusiasm in the minds of people and the atmosphere also becomes positive.