Navratri is a Hindu festival dedicated to feminine divinity - Goddess Durga. It is celebrated over a period of nine days, each day devoted to a different form of Goddess Durga. This festival marks the victory of good over evil. According to the holy book of Durga Saptashati, Goddess Durga defeated demon Mahishasura. The battle between them lasted for nine days hence the name of the festival is Navratri.
As these nine days are considered sacred, many auspicious works like buying a new house, grah pravesh, etc. are performed at this time. But if you are thinking about getting hitched during this time then you might have to re-think this idea. Marriage is considered inauspicious during Navratri.
Scriptural Reasoning
According to the holy texts of Hinduism, the time period of Navratri is considered to be focused on purity and goodness. There will be an immaculate aura in the surroundings during this time. Keeping a fast during Navratri will result in detoxification of your body and mind. It will also help in achieving spiritual welfare. People celebrating this festival must practice Brahmacharya life. Therefore, it is considered inauspicious to get married during Navratri. Marriage is a union between two people and thereby carrying on the lineage.
If you are still considering getting married during Navratri then you might face a few problems.
Marriage is not only about two people but it involves many people related to the couple and some of them might keep fast during Navratri to seek the blessing of Goddess Durga. People prefer to be spiritually calm during these days and the ambience of a wedding is completely opposite of this. They will have to refrain themselves from doing many things in the wedding. They will not be able to enjoy every event of the wedding with full spirit.
A separate catering is essential for people keeping fast during the marriage function. You will have to give attention to every detail related to food. A complete Sattvic diet, fresh and natural foods, are crucial for fast holders. Sattvic foods are foods that are pure, light and sweet. This includes fresh fruits and vegetables, nuts, seeds, milk, natural sweeteners (honey), etc. This will develop a positive mind and a healthy body. Onion, garlic, various spices, processed food, alcohol and meat products are not consumed by people keeping fast.
Since it is impossible to know the list of all the fast holders you will eventually face the problem of food wastage.
