Why Does Durga Puja Season Begin With Mahalaya?

News18 - Oct 5, 2026

Mahalaya 2026 falls on October 10. From Pitru Tarpan to Chandi Path, know why Mahalaya is considered the spiritual prelude to Durga Puja and Devi Paksha.

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