Preparations under way for Navaratri Puja
The prayer is hosted by the Hibiscus Coast Navaratri Committee.
The Hibiscus Coast Navaratri Committee will host its annual Navaratri Puja from Sunday, October 15 until Monday, October 23.
Devotees are welcome to join and participate in the daily Maha Yajna, with the full 13 chapters of the Devi Mahatmyam (Saptashati). Puja will be conducted with the guidance of Pundit Minraj Sadgopte.
The prayer takes place at 18:00 on weekdays and 15:00 on weekends. The venue is the Port Shepstone Arya Samaj, Andreason Street, Port Shepstone.
Kirtans and Pacharas will be performed on Saturday, October 21 by Vikesh Moonilal. Kanya Pooja will be observed on Sunday, October 22.
A rose ceremony (offering of 108 roses to Mata Di) will be performed on Monday, October 23. Visarjan will take place on Tuesday, October 24 and the venue will be announced soon.
Maha prasadam and meals will be served daily.
The tough economic climate has led the committee to re-strategise its planning in order to make this function feasible to operate. As a result, the committee has decided to downscale its venue this year. This decision has been motivated by a steady decline in funding and attendance over recent years. Nevertheless, the committee is dedicated to upholding its mandate of bringing this complete Puja experience to the community of the Hibiscus Coast.
Donations in cash or kind are welcome.
Devotees wishing to host daily puja at the venue or to make home bookings with Pundit Minraj Sadgopte, should contact the function co-ordinator Anosha Ramouthar on 074 8976413 or for more information contact Anosha or Rajeen Nuncoomar on 083 2626930.
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