Navaratri Navaratri, the Festival of Nine Nights, is celebrated in honour of the goddesses Durga, Laksmi, and Saraswati. This occasion commemorates the homecoming of the Goddess Durga. Her return home is marked by the immersion of her idols in running water. It is celebrated in september with flower decoration, motifs etc. This festival is celebrated in January and the cow is worshipped on this day.
People decorate their homes with flowers etc.
This is a festival unique to the state of Tamil Nadu. The fair has been held for as long as anyone can remember. Raksha Bandhan Raksha Bandhan is an integral part of the Hindu family structure whereby a sister ties a rakhi or decorative thread on the wrist of her brother to remind him to protect her if the need arises, it is also the sign of their affection. The festival is celebrated as Coconut Day in Maharashtra as the monsoon seas are calmed by coconuts thrown to Varuna, the god of waters. People observe this day by fasting.