What is Jawara in Navratri? The Meaning and Rituals Explained
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Over 90% of Navratri celebrations in Northern and Western India incorporate the ritual of growing jawara. Jawara, also known as `jau` or barley sprouts, are tender green shoots cultivated during the nine-night festival, symbolizing new life, fertility, and prosperity. This practice is deeply embedded in the ancient agricultural traditions of the Indian subcontinent.
