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Tuljabhavani Temple in Dhrashiv Gears Up for Navaratri Celebrations
✍️ News18 Marathi
🗓 05 Oct 2026, 07:36 AM
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Temple officials in Dhrashiv have begun preparations for the upcoming Navaratri festival, setting up decorations and arranging rituals at the Tuljabhavani shrine.
The Tuljabhavani temple, located in the town of Dhrashiv, is currently preparing for the annual Navaratri festivities. Temple authorities have started cleaning the sanctum and surrounding premises in anticipation of the nine‑day celebration.
Workers are installing traditional rangoli designs, lighting oil lamps and arranging the necessary puja items such as incense, flowers and ceremonial offerings. The decorative setup is being aligned with the customary themes of the festival, aiming to create a vibrant atmosphere for devotees.
Local residents expect a steady flow of worshippers from Dhrashiv and neighboring villages, as the shrine is a focal point for regional Navaratri observances. A temple spokesperson indicated that the preparations are on schedule and that the temple will host special aarti sessions each evening of the festival.
The upcoming Navaratri is expected to conclude with the traditional Vijayadashami ceremony, marking the end of the celebrations at the Tuljabhavani temple.
Workers are installing traditional rangoli designs, lighting oil lamps and arranging the necessary puja items such as incense, flowers and ceremonial offerings. The decorative setup is being aligned with the customary themes of the festival, aiming to create a vibrant atmosphere for devotees.
Local residents expect a steady flow of worshippers from Dhrashiv and neighboring villages, as the shrine is a focal point for regional Navaratri observances. A temple spokesperson indicated that the preparations are on schedule and that the temple will host special aarti sessions each evening of the festival.
The upcoming Navaratri is expected to conclude with the traditional Vijayadashami ceremony, marking the end of the celebrations at the Tuljabhavani temple.