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Importance of Navratri Festival
Each festival in India has its significance, and so does Navratri. The festival has two different stories according to different regions in India. East India celebrates Navratri as Durga Puja where they pray to Goddess Durga and her nine avatars. It is believed that Goddess Durga defeated Mahishasur, who was one of the most powerful demons to have ever lived. The festival is the celebration of her victory.
In northern and western parts of the country, Navratri is the celebration of the victory of good over evil, the victory of Ram over Ravana. Ramlila is enacted on the stage which is taken from Ramayana. On the tenth day, Lord Ram kills Ravana, and there is a huge celebration held known as Dusshera.
The spiritual message of 'good wins over evil' is depicted in different mythological tales that are recited throughout the country. Navratri is an important reminder for people that it is always good that prevails, and even if there are bad times, good times are not far behind.
Navratri Festivities You Should Enjoy
Wear Your Best Outfits and Dance to the Beats of Garba
Gujrat is famous for the lavish dandiya nights where people gather and dance their hearts out to famous Bollywood songs. If you love dressing up in flashy ethnic clothes and dancing along with your friends and family and other hundreds of people, visiting a dandiya night should be on your list. Even if you are not in Gujrat, these events are organised all over the country as the popularity of dandiya soars, thanks to the media.
Spend Some Time at Durga Puja Pandals
Durga Puja is an essential element of eastern India. West Bengal celebrates nine days of Navratri praying to the nine forms of Goddess Durga. Pandals are set up, and each one of them is breathtakingly beautiful. Women in their traditional outfits, praying and offering homage to the goddesses is a sight you should not miss!
End Your Fast With Kanjika Pujan
It is a tradition among the people in North India to fast during the nine days. Each state has a unique tradition. All night jagrata are held in some parts for the first seven nights. Each day one of the nine avatars of Goddess Durga is acknowledged. There is a long story that is linked with each of her forms, and these stories are read in the temples during these jagrata. Bhandara (feasting on delicious food) are also organised during this time.
Ashtami or Navami, are two of the most auspicious days when the fasts are broken. Nine young girls are invited along with one boy, and they are honoured with gifts, foods, and prashad. These girls are considered as nine avatars of Goddess Durga, and their presence in the home is regarded as auspicious.
Best Navratri Gifts Online India for All Budgets
Teddy Bear & Chocolate Gift Box
The festive season is all about sweets and good food. Hence gifting the Kanjak with some delicious chocolates is always a good option. Customise your Navratri gifts online at Ferns n Petals. Every child loves chocolate and soft plush teddies. So, get them this teddy and chocolate gift box from Ferns n Petals that comes with two brown teddies and two Dairy Milk Silk chocolates wrapped up in a pretty pink box with a bow, for Rs. 659 only.
Barbie Doll Set
Children love to play dress up and house. So, this Navratri, gift the Kanjaks with a Barbie doll set and let their imaginations run wild. The official Barbie merchandise can make excellent online Navratri gift items for little kanjaks. Buy them this Barbie set for Rs. 485 from Amazon. The playset has a dressing room theme and comes with hairstyling accessories such as hair extensions, comb and much more.
Clothing Pieces
Who doesn't love a new set of clothes? Your friends, family, and Kanjak will love it when you gift them with some ethnic garments. A silk saree never goes out of fashion and is the perfect wear for any Navratri festivity. This Kanjivaram Silk Patola Saree has golden detailing, and a combination of pink and green can outshine any ethnic outfit. You can get this piece at Amazon for Rs. 1,199 and it also comes with blouse pieces.
As for the men, a kurta and pajama set is a perfect choice. Opt for comfort and style with this maroon kurta and white churidar set from Manyavar available at Amazon for Rs. 1,699.
A Stationery Set
Why not make the school going experience of your Kanjak even more fun? Stationery makes one of the top online Navratri gifts in India. Kanjaks are of the school-going age. So, they will be able to use this Anvi ANG Mix Stationery Set. The set includes two pencils, a scale, an eraser, a sharpener, and a cute pouch. You can buy this pack of four sets that have famous cartoon characters designed on them such as SpongeBob, Hello Kitty, Ben Ten, and much more at Flipkart for Rs. 549.
Jewellery Sets for the Little Princesses
The little princesses you will be inviting in your house should be gifted something as beautiful as them. If you are willing to adorn them with pretty pieces of jewellery, a necklace and bracelet set will be the perfect pick. First Cry offers a beautiful necklace set with pink and white beads and a small pink rose placed on the sides. This lightweight necklace set is the definition of comfort and style. You can get these online Navratri gifts from First Cry for Rs. 250 and get it delivered to your place in no time.
Statues of Goddess Durga
Every Navratri, people welcome Goddess Durga and her avatars to their homes so that they can invite prosperity and ward away any evil. This Navratri, you can gift your friends and family with a statue of Goddess Durga in all her divinity. This marble statue of Durga Mata riding her Sher will bring prosperity and happiness in any home it goes. Sold by A2Z at Amazon for Rs. 1,299, this idol has been designed with intricate detailing and beautiful looks. What's better is that you can easily get some amazing discounts this festive season!
Lunch Box Set
Any gift that you give the Kanjak should be useful to them. It is said that the presentation of the food increases appetite. With this lunch box set, you can be assured that the child will be eating their lunch with a lot of enthusiasm. This lunch box set from First Cry comes with a three-tier tiffin, a fork, and a spoon. It is available for Rs. 159.
Cute Photo Frames
If you want your gifts to stand out from other Navratri gifts, opt for these cute little photo frames. These wooden photo frames by ARVANA will make some space in the rooms of these children. They are colourful and have cute animal and cartoon characters placed on their sides. The pictures can be placed as per the liking of the child, and they can be either hung on the wall or placed on the table. A set of 12 frames can be bought at Amazon for Rs. 799 only. With soo many choices, you can let the Kanjak pick their favourites.
Plant & Planters
Give your friends, family, and kanjak the gift of health and prosperity with these three plants and planter set. The set has a two-layer bamboo plant, one Syngonium plant, and a money plant. The bamboo plant is for luck and brings prosperity and positivity. The money plant enhances the energy of wealth and financial wellbeing. The Syngonium plant balances the Yin and Yang energy in the house. All of these plants also purify the air and will supply fresh air for breathing. The set is available at Ferns n Petals for Rs. 899.
A Sports Car Set For The Boys
We have listed all the gifts that are suitable for the Kanjak girls, but there is also a boy that sits along with nine girls during Kanjak Pujan. A set of sports cars will spark the interest of the boy. These Hot Wheels cars can be bought from Amazon and comes in a set of five for Rs. 316. Each set has different sets of cars, and each car has been designed with the utmost precision and classy finish. The receiver will surely have fun playing with these.
Remember These Points While Buying Navratri Gifts Online!
Always Read Customer Reviews
The products at online websites are always advertised to attract the attention of the consumer. You should not just look at the advertisement and look for the customer reviews under these products. You will also be able to find some pictures of the products from the customers that have already bought it. This way, you can ensure when the Navratri or Giri trading gift items arrive, they will be the same as the description.
Keep the Kanjaks' Age in Mind
When looking for online Navratri gifts for kanjaks, make sure to keep the age of these little girls in mind. If you already know who will be the girls visiting your home, you can also prepare personalised gifts for them. Choices differ with age, and you should consider the age before selecting gifts for these girls.
Always Shop from Trusted Websites
Festive seasons also see a fair number of scammed customers. The best way to avoid these scams yourself is to shop only from trusted websites. The website should be well known and have a customer care section to file complaints. Do not just buy from websites because the products are cheap, always look for authenticity!
Other Navratri Gift Ideas for Friends and Family
You might be able to get Navratri gifts online India for every member of your family and even for the Kanjak, but nothing beats handmade and personalised gifts. These personalised gifts hold sentimental values and are also easier on the pocket. So, if you are willing to spare some time in DIY gifts, here are suggestions you must consider.
Homemade Sweets
Exchanging sweets during Navratri is a common tradition. Instead of buying these sweets from other places, you can always make them at home and feed them to your guests or give them out as handmade golu gifts. Coconut laddoo is one of the most common sweets which is eaten during Navratra Fasting. It is much easier to make this recipe on your own. Wrap them up in your favourite box and give them out as Tambulya return gifts.
Bangle Boxes
Most Indian women wear bangles, be it occasionally or regularly. Hence gifting your female loved ones a customised and hand made bangle box is the perfect gift. You can use the cardboard boxes available in your home and draw out patterns on them. You can also use embellishments to decorate them even further and make them look fancy. Put in some bangles inside the boxes and gift them.
Decorated Clay Diyas
Another way you can show your creativity is by using some colourful paint to decorate the clay diyas. Diyas are easily available in different sizes in the market. Select your style and paint them with colourful paints.
DIY Paper Chandeliers
Paper chandeliers are beautiful to look at and are also environment-friendly. Hence they make perfect gifts this Navratri season. You can also use pieces of cloth to decorate these chandeliers before giving them as gifts. Make some decorative lamps out of paper in various colours!
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Go Eco-Friendly This Navratri!
We all know how our planet is degrading day by day. This Navratri spread a message across children about how even a small contribution of ours can lead to making our world better. You can hand out gifts that are entirely biodegradable and eco-friendly such as a set of seeds or a small plant, as mentioned earlier.