Because of COVID-19 and the nationwide lockdown, this year's Navratri is particularly significant for Gujarat because it has been two years since the previous celebrations. As the Gujarat election draws near, sources claim that PM Narendra Modi and Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi may attend the Garba festival this year.
During Navratri, Gujaratis begin each day by worshipping Goddess Shakti. One of the primary attractions of Gujarat's Navratri celebrations is the traditional dance known as "Garba," "Ras-Garba," or "Dandiya". People do a dance while dressed in traditional Garba costume and using dandiyas (sticks). Additionally, they perform a number of mythical tales through dance. Mega-celebrations for Navratri have recently been planned where a sizable crowd of people attend. People gather and feast on their favourite meals after the Garba. This year, the Gujarat government was given permission to use loudspeakers even after midnight. Gujarat will also have open dining establishments and grocery stores till midnight.
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