Durga, as this powerful warrior-goddess is known,
Has nine special forms-each one unique, not just a clone.
Shailaputri, Brahmacharini and Chandraghanta,
Kushmanda and Skandamata,
Katyayani and Kaalratri,
Maha Gauri and Siddhidatri . . .
They are the Nava Durga,
Worshipped during Navaratri,
The festival of nine nights and nine days
That's celebrated across India and the world in myriad ways
To praise the goddesses and their glory.
This is their story!

The city is abuzz with fanfare and fervour, Giant idols under wraps, ready to be unfurled, Colourful pandaals receive finishing touches To host the biggest outdoor festival in the world! Celebrate the homecoming of a loving daughter, Victory of the goddess and a demon's defeat, See how Ma Durga outshone even the mighty gods How a woman achieved an impossible feat!