Following the initial rituals of Bodhan, Amantran, and Adhibas on Sasthi, Maha Saptami—one of the most significant and auspicious days of the Sharadiya Durga Puja—is being celebrated on Saturday (October 17, 2026) across Bangladesh amid profound religious fervor and festive enthusiasm.
From early morning, puja mandaps nationwide resonated with the beating of traditional dhak drums, brass gongs, conch shells, and uludhwani as streams of devotees gathered for mantra recitations and deity darshan. Devotees offered fervent prayers for global peace, solidarity, strength, and collective welfare.
A central highlight of Maha Saptami is the installation of the 'Nabapatrika' (popularly known as Kala Bou). Nine sacred plants—including banana, turmeric, taro, bel, pomegranate, ashoka, mana-taro, and rice—are tied together, ritually bathed in holy water, draped in a new saree, and enshrined beside the goddess. Symbolizing nine manifestations of Goddess Durga (from Brahmani to Kalika and Uma), the ritual underscores deep human gratitude toward nature and agricultural sustenance. Another vital rite, the 'Mahasnan' (grand bathing of the deity's mirror reflection), symbolizes both physical and spiritual purification. Beyond religious rituals, Maha Saptami emphasizes awakening human conscience against evil, protecting the natural environment, supporting artisans and drummers, and fostering an inclusive society where every citizen enjoys full freedom, safety, and dignity.
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