celebrations are underway with great enthusiasm not only across India but also beyond its borders. Among the many festive videos making rounds online, two particular clips have gone viral for a unique reason — they capture people performing garba and dandiya in Pakistan. These visuals highlight just how the Indian festival is dominating in Pakistan right now.One of the videos was posted by Preetam Devria, a Hindu resident of Pakistan, on Instagram. It shows participants in traditional outfits enjoying the festivities with full spirit.Note: Times now could not verify the authenticity of the videos.
Another clip, uploaded by a user named Dheeraj, showcases a similar gathering in Karachi. Both videos have spread positivity online, with viewers expressing joy at seeing Navratri being celebrated in a largely Muslim country.
The comments on these viral clips are filled with warmth and festive energy. Many chimed in with messages like “Happy Navratri from India,” others passionately exclaimed “Jai Mata Di,” while one person noted, “cekebration at its peak.” At the same time, some users grew curious about the lives of Hindus in Pakistan, with one remarking, “I hope all Hindus are safe in pakistan.”Navratri is clearly resonating worldwide. Recently, videos from Thailand and Belgium also caught attention. In Thailand, devotees were seen marking the first night of the festival with zeal, while in Belgium, people were spotted dancing to dhol beats and performing garba.Also Read: Digital Garba? Mumbai Man Finds Quirky Way To Include His NRI Friends In Navratri 2025 Celebrations | VIDEOShardiya Navratri, a nine-day festival dedicated to Goddess Durga and her nine manifestations, began this year on September 22 and will end on October 2. Interestingly, as per the Drik Panchang calendar, 2025 celebrations extend for an extra day. Each day is dedicated to a specific form of the Goddess and linked with a symbolic colour.Day 1 is marked by white, Day 2 by red, and Day 3 by royal blue. Yellow is the colour of Day 4, followed by green on Day 5. Grey, orange, and peacock green represent Days 6, 7, and 8 respectively, while Day 9 is associated with pink.
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