India is a country of festivals and celebration. It has a very rich historical and cultural background. Each Indian festival has a proper meaning, reason and significance behind its celebration. Fun and enjoyment are the aspects of the festivals, which sets the festive mood.

The festival of 'Navratri' is one of the most celebrated festivals among the Hindus. 'Nav' means 'nine' and 'ratri' means 'night'. Thus, 'Navratri' is actually 'nine 'nine (auspicious) nights'. Sometimes, 'Navratri' is also termed as 'Navratra'.

Through the nine days - triumphs are offered to the Mother for Her successful struggle with the formidable demons led by Sumbha and Nisumbha.