MUMBAI: Zee News has lined up special shows and coverage to mark the occasions of both Navratri and Durga Pooja.

Channel will air specially packaged capsules on Navratri that will feature the 'aarti' from temples of Vaishno Devi, Vindyachal Devi, Kamakhya Devi, Kalka Dev and many more.

Additionally, Zee News will also telecast the traditional Garba dance performances and local festive celebrations from Gujarat.

Similarly, for Durga Pooja, viewers will get regular stories and updates beginning 5 October on various celebration styles and format across the country. The series is aimed at showcasing various aspects of celebrations from across the country and will culminate by capturing the Dusshera celebrations from Mysore.

Zee News CEO Barun Das said, “Given the festive season and the high spiritual incline of the people of our country, Zee News programming initiatives are aimed at providing enjoyable yet enlightening experience. We have endeavoured to bring our viewers programming that holistically captures the essence that relates to the festive spirit in every possible manner. We have made sure that viewers get all updates on the happenings and celebrations from across the country right into their home. On behalf of team Zee, we extend our best wishes for the festivals.”