The midnight celebration involves full day fasting, in which people avoid food and water and break the fast after offering ...

Offering specific Bhog (food offerings) to the Goddess each day is an integral part of Navratri worship. These offerings are considered to please the Goddess and bring blessings to the devotee.

Therefore, this day is considered very special, and offering kheer to Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati on this day has special significance. Kheer is considered a symbol of love and sweetness ...