Navratri 2025: Significance of Poori, Halwa & Kala Chana Bhog on Ashtami and Navmi

29th september 2025 lifeofindian

Ashtami & Navmi Bhog

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Symbolic Meaning

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Spiritual Significance

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Kanya Pujan Ritual

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Why Kala Chana is Special

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Regional Beliefs

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