What is the significance of Mahalaya and why is it celebrated? | Lifestyle News, The Indian Express

What is the significance of Mahalaya and why is it celebrated? | Lifestyle News, The Indian Express

By Lifestyle Desk |New Delhi |Updated: September 28, 2019 4:46:11 pm

What is the significance of Mahalaya and why is it celebrated?

Mahalaya: While there are many stories and/or folklore associated with the day, largely, people believe that on this day, Goddess Durga officially begins her journey from Mount Kailash -- where she resides with her husband Lord Shiva -- to her maternal home on Earth.

Mahalaya marks the beginning of Devi Paksha and the end of the Pitri Paksha. (Source: Getty/Thinkstock stock)

Shubho Mahalaya, everybody!