While Durga Puja in most parts of India follows a similar pattern, Varanasi has its own special way of celebrating the festival, infusing it with local customs and traditions. Over five days, from Saptami to Navami, a series of elaborate rituals and prayers take place. The goddess is invoked through chants and mantras, and devotees participate in the pujas with great devotion. Durga Puja in Varanasi: A Divine Celebration of Tradition and Devotion