Though both Chaitra and Sharadiya Navratri honour Goddess Durga, they differ in their seasonal context and customs. Chaitra Navratri, which marks the arrival of spring, symbolises renewal and growth.
The term Chaitra Navratri originates from the month of Chaitra, the name for March-April in Hindi. The last day of Chaitra Navratri is celebrated to mark the birth of Lord Rama. Chaitra Navratri ...