Sharad Navratri
Also known as: Maha Navratri, Durga Puja
Dates follow the Indian calendar (IST). If you’re outside India, your local temple may observe a day earlier or later for tithi-based festivals.
Sharad Navratri is the great autumn festival of the Goddess — nine nights honouring Durga's nine forms. People fast, set up the sacred kalash at home, dance garba and dandiya late into the night, and in Bengal celebrate it as Durga Puja with magnificent pandals.
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Navratri & Dussehra at a glance
The autumn Navratri cycle from the first day of Sharad Navratri through Dussehra and Sharad Purnima.
| Date | Weekday | Day |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday | Sharad NavratriYou are here | |
| Monday | Durga Ashtami | |
| Monday | Maha Navami | |
| Tuesday | Dussehra | |
| Sunday | Sharad Purnima |
Timing Advisory
This festival follows sunrise timings. Local observance may differ by region and timezone. Please check with your local temple or trusted Panchang for exact muhurat.
📋 How to Observe
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Set up the kalash (Ghatasthapana) on the first morning
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Worship a different form of Durga each day
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Join garba or dandiya nights in your community
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Honour young girls with kanya puja on Ashtami or Navami
🕉️ Sacred Mantras
ॐ दुं दुर्गायै नमः
Meaning: Salutations to the invincible goddess
Pandit ji's Message
Dear devotee, Sharad Navratri is a time for spiritual reflection and community celebration. Whether you're observing traditional rituals or adapting them to your modern life, remember that the sincerity of your devotion matters more than elaborate ceremonies. May this festival bring divine blessings to you and your family.
🙏 - Pandit Bala Krishan
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